New innovations in dentistry allow natural teeth to be preserved much longer than in the past, but tooth loss is still a common problem. In fact, at least 120 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. If you’re like many people, you chose a traditional fixed bridge to fill the empty space. Although it worked for a few years, your dental bridge is failing. If you need to have it replaced, it may be time to consider dental implants. You’ll enjoy the next best thing to your real teeth while having a solution that can last for several decades.