Replacement Options for Incisors - Denture vs Bridge vs Implant? - PS018

Are you confident in replacing a single missing central incisor? When is a denture the right option — and when should you consider a bridge or implant instead? Why is the single central incisor one of the hardest teeth to replace to a patient’s satisfaction? In this Back to Basics episode, Jaz and Protrusive Student Emma Hutchison (https://www.instagram.com/emmalydiahutchison) explore the unique challenges of replacing a single central incisor. They break down when each option — denture, resin-bonded bridge, conventional bridge, or implant — is appropriate, and the biological and aesthetic factors that influence that decision. They also share key communication strategies to help you manage expectations, guide patients through realistic treatment choices, and avoid disappointment when dealing with this most visible and demanding tooth. Key Takeaways: -Replacing a single central incisor isn’t just about technical skill — it’s about communication and case selection. -Success comes from helping patients understand that a restoration replaces a tooth’s function and appearance, not nature itself. -Clear conversations about expectations, limitations, and maintenance are what turn a difficult aesthetic case into a satisfying long-term result. Highlights of this episode: 00:00 Teaser 00:28 Intro 01:56 From Dental Nurse to Final-Year Student 07:38 Challenges and Considerations in Replacing Central Incisors 12:51 Patient Communication and Treatment Planning 18:33 Discussing Treatment Options and Enamel Considerations 21:16 Communicating Options and Guiding Patient Decisions 25:51 Choosing Between Fixed and Removable Options 27:44 Handling Old Crowns and Patient Communication 30:56 Conventional vs. Resin-Bonded Bridges 34:36 Occlusal Load, Function, and Implant Considerations 40:19 Digital Workflow in Dentistry 42:33 Managing Aesthetic Expectations 45:13 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 🎧 Want to feel confident with prosthodontics? Explore these essential follow-ups to this episode: Dentures vs Bridges (https://youtu.be/G5ebbUl0sDg) with Michael Frazis Crowns vs Onlays (https://youtu.be/Gntb083yUOQ) with Alan Burgin Dentures (https://youtu.be/6Hz208Zv6yU) with Finlay Sutton RBB Masterclass (https://www.protrusive.dental/rbb) on the Protrusive Guidance App Quick, practical lessons to sharpen your planning, communication, and anterior aesthetics — all in your pocket. #ProsthoPerio #OcclusionTMDandSplints #Communication #BreadandButterDentistry This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. (https://protrusive.co.uk/ultimate) This episode meets GDC Outcomes C. AGD Subject Code: 610 – Fixed Prosthodontics ----------------------------------- Apply for FREE access to the Nicest and Geekiest Dental Community in the World 🌍 https://protrusive.app - it’s absolutely Free We also have paid plans so you can Claim Verifiable CPD/CE + EXCLUSIVE content: https://protrusive.app 🔊 Subscribe on Apple: https://protrusive.co.uk/apple 🔊 Subscribe on Spotify: https://protrusive.co.uk/spotify 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protrusivedental/ Online Courses: 😬 Learn Occlusion Online: https://occlusion.online/ 📚 Learn TMD and Occlusal Appliances: https://www.splintcourse.com 🦷 Gain Confidence with Resin Bonded Bridges: https://rbbmasterclass.com 🎒 Learn Vertipreps, Rubber Dam and More: https://protrusive.co.uk/ultimate Life by KV /kvmusicprod Creative Commons — Attribution 4.0 International — CC BY 4.0 Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/kv/life Music promoted by Audio Library Life – KV (No Copyright Music)