Comparison of Prosthesis Types (Cost Comparison Table)

Comparison Table	Removable Dentures	Tooth Supported Bridge	Single Tooth Implant Restoration
Short Term Cost	Low $	High $$$$	High $$$$
Long Term Cost	High $$	High $$$$	Low $
Biologic Costs	High	High	Low
Esthetics	Fair	Good	Excellent
Function	Poor	Excellent	Excellent
Bone Preservation	Poor	Poor	Excellent
Hygiene Access	Fair	Poor	Excellent
Long Term Maintenance	High	High	Low
*Reference: Balshi TJ, Wolfinger GJ: Single Tooth Replacement: Fixed Partial Denture Vs Single Tooth Implants. Valley Forge Dental Journal, Spring 1997.*

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