Having a dental implant  to replace a single missing tooth has many benefits compared to fixed bridges:

1. High success rates (above 97% for 10 years)
2. Decreased risk of decay of neigbouring teeth.
3. Decreased risk of nerve problems of neigbouring teeth.
4. Improved ability to clean in between surfaces of neigbouring teeth.
5. Improved cosmetic appearance of adjacent teeth.
6. Improved maintance of bone in the area of the missing tooth.
7. Decreased cold or contact sensativity of adjacent teeth.
8. Psychological advantage
9. Decreased supporting tooth distruction.

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