single implant restoration vs three unit fixed bridge

 The process begins with an assessment of your mouth and teeth to  build a treatment plan.You may be required to have a dental CT or  panoramic X-ray. Depending upon the condition of your gum or bone, you  may need a bone graft, which is done prior to the implantation. 

 The implant is positioned in the bone. This process is  relatively quick and performed in the office under local anesthestic.  Your gums and mouth are given time to heal, and for the implant to  integrate with the bone— between three to six months —before the next  phase. 

 During the next phase, your dentist or oral surgeon “uncovers” the implant,  places an abutment on top of it. An impression is made of your mouth,  so the lab technician can make an accurate crown or other prosthetic  (restoration) to fit over your implant —and restore your natural smile. 

  The process begins with an assessment of your mouth and teeth to  build a treatment plan.You may be required to have a dental CT or  panoramic X-ray. Depending upon the condition of your gum or bone, you  may need a bone graft, which is done prior to the implantation.  

 Dental cone beam computed tomography (CT) is a special type of x-ray  equipment used when regular dental or facial x-rays are not sufficient.  Your doctor may use this technology to produce three dimensional (3-D)  images of your teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways and bone in a single  scan. 

The study model & mock up are done for future estimation of end result .