Zubní náhrada: co je, jaké jsou druhy a co VZP hradí

When you lose a tooth, it’s not just about looks — it’s about chewing, speaking, and even keeping your other teeth in place. A zubní náhrada, služba, která nahrazuje chybějící zub nebo zuby, aby se obnovila funkce a estetika úst. Also known as zubní protéza, it’s not just a replacement — it’s a fix that stops your jaw from shifting, prevents bone loss, and keeps your bite even. Without it, your remaining teeth start moving into the gap, your jawbone begins to shrink, and even your face can slowly change shape over time.

There are several types of zubní náhrada, metoda, která obnovuje chybějící zuby pomocí fixních nebo odnímatelných konstrukcí. The most common are zubní můstek, fixní náhrada, která se připevňuje k sousedním zubům a nejde sundat, implantáty, kovové šrouby, které se zasazují do čelisti a slouží jako nové kořeny pro zubní korunky, and removable zubní protézy, odnímatelné náhrady, které se používají při ztrátě více zubů nebo celého oblouku. Each has its own use case. A bridge works if your neighbors are healthy. Implants are the gold standard — they don’t hurt adjacent teeth and last decades. Dentures are cheaper but need regular adjustments and can feel awkward at first.

Here’s the reality: VZP pays only for the most basic options — usually a simple metal-plastic denture or a basic metal bridge. If you want a ceramic bridge, an implant, or anything that looks natural, you pay out of pocket. Many think VZP covers "a tooth replacement," but it only covers "the cheapest possible replacement." That’s why so many people end up waiting too long — they assume it’s covered, then get stuck with pain, shifting teeth, and higher bills later. It’s not about being fancy — it’s about keeping your mouth healthy.

What you’ll find in the articles below are real, practical answers: how a bridge is made step by step, what exactly VZP pays for in 2025, why implants are worth the investment, and how to care for your new teeth so they last. No fluff. No marketing. Just what you need to know before you sit in the dentist’s chair.