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A dental implant is a titanium post that's placed in your jawbone to act like a tooth root, topped with a crown that looks and functions like a natural tooth. It's a stand-alone replacement that doesn't rely on your other teeth for support.

A dental bridge, on the other hand, uses the teeth on either side of the gap as anchors, with a false tooth in between. Bridges are generally faster and less invasive to place, but implants help preserve jawbone and avoid putting stress on neighboring teeth.

No — healthy teeth can be moved at almost any age. While orthodontic treatment is often done in childhood or the teen years, many adults choose braces or clear aligners to improve their bite, straighten crowded teeth, or make cleaning easier. The main difference for adults is that treatment can take a bit longer because bone tissue is denser, and some issues (like severe crowding or bite problems) may require a combination of orthodontics and other dental work.

Whether you're 16 or 60, the key factor is the health of your gums and bone.

Traditional braces use metal or ceramic brackets and wires to gently guide your teeth into place, and they're always working since they're fixed to your teeth. They can treat a wide range of bite and alignment issues, including complex cases.

Clear aligners are removeable trays that you change every 1 - 2 weeks; meaning they're nearly invisible and make eating and cleaning easier, but they require discipline — if you don't wear them 20-22 hours a day, treatment can take longer