Missing teeth can be replaced by using a removable or fixed prosthesis. The advantages and disadvantages of each can be discussed with the dentist.

A fixed prosthesis can either be tooth supported or implant supported.

For completely edentulous (all teeth missing) patients, both removable and fixed options are available.

Removable options include complete dentures and partial dentures. Fixed options include bridges and implant supported restorations.

Fixed options for completely edentulous patients include implant overdentures and fixed bridges.