Implant Bridge vs Multiple Single Implants
3 missing teeth in a row: one bridge on 2 implants, or 3 separate implants?
Dr. Ahmed Al-Rashid
Medical Director
Bridge (2 implants supporting 3 crowns)
- Fewer implants
- Lower total cost
- Connected units
- Harder to floss
3 individual implants
- More implants
- Higher cost
- Each can be cleaned separately
- Better long-term gum health
Cost in Dubai
- 3-unit implant bridge: AED 20,000–32,000
- 3 individual implants: AED 24,000–45,000
When bridge wins
- Budget constraint
- Adequate bone in all 3 positions
- Patient prefers fewer surgical visits
When individual implants win
- Bone quality varies across the 3 positions
- Long-term prioritisation
- Flexibility for future changes
References
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Referenced sources
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Medical disclaimer. This article is informational and does not replace professional clinical advice. For a plan specific to your situation, book a consultation with a Paradise Dental specialist.
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