Hello,
I still have an upper baby canine at my age, but it will now be extracted because it is no longer healthy and is loose. My dentist suggested an implant. I have to decide between a cheaper, more aesthetic option costing 600–700 euros and a more durable solution costing 1200 euros. I do not understand what the difference is — only the material? The upper lateral incisors are not straight; would it be better to straighten them first, and how?
Thank you for your answer and kind regards!

Dear Sir/Madam!

The difference should not be in durability: both the implant and the bridge should be permanent solutions. Both solutions are very aesthetic, although in the case of a bridge construction we also place crowns on the neighboring teeth and can therefore alter them aesthetically as well (color, rotation, shape…). If the neighboring teeth only have a positional irregularity, it is possible to move them into the correct position with an orthodontic appliance before implant placement. The decision therefore depends on the functional and aesthetic needs relating to the entire group of teeth.

Have a nice day!