Partial Dentures and Implant Dentures Full dentures are typically what you think of when you picture false teeth, but the reality is that there are more options available — especially if you only have a few teeth missing.
When you have a gap in your mouth that was previously filled, the teeth around it may shift into the space, causing your teeth to become misaligned.
Damage to Healthy Teeth. As your healthy teeth shift into the gap, the roots can be weakened. This can affect the health and integrity of the surrounding teeth and can even result in further tooth loss. You will also likely be compensating in your bite for the missing teeth, which can cause over-use and weakening of healthy teeth in other parts of your mouth.
Bone Loss. When a tooth is no longer anchored in the jaw bone, the bone may begin to deteriorate. A dental implant is one of the best ways to prevent this occurrence if you are missing a single tooth. Deteriorating Health. If you have missing or broken teeth it is difficult to eat a full array of healthy, nutritious foods. Are you suffering from missing teeth and considering tooth replacement options? See how we can help. Patients may think that dentures may be their cheapest tooth replacement option, but when considering how often they need to be replaced and the discomfort they cause patients, some would argue implants are of better value.
If you have lost a back tooth molar , you may be happy to continue with the gap as it might be hardly noticeable. If you are experiencing missing front teeth, either from tooth extraction or trauma, this might be a knock on your confidence.
In this instance, the most natural-looking and functioning option would be a dental implant, which is fitted with a long-lasting, natural porcelain crown. See our table below for a full breakdown of costs, or view our implant fees here. Tooth replacement on the NHS typically tends to be dentures — as dental implants are considered cosmetic enhancements they are not provided for free. So, whilst it may be possible for you to live with a missing tooth — this will not always be the case in the long run.
When a tooth falls out, it will leave a wound in your gum tissue. Gum disease eats away at your gums, and whilst we can replace the bone loss in the jaw, we cannot regrow your gums. Once your gums start to deplete and the bone in the jaw weakens, more and more teeth become stable and wobbly.
In fact, by age 50, the average American adult has lost 12 permanent teeth, according to Harvard Medical School. Typical causes include gum disease, injury and tooth decay. Replacing missing teeth is an important part of restoring your confidence in your smile, and it is also key to maintaining dental health and a fully functioning bite.
Below, we discuss some of the specific reasons you should replace missing teeth. Of course, your situation is unique and we provide custom recommendations during your consultation. To arrange your appointment in the Denver area, please call Aspenwood Dental Associates at When a gap is left by a missing tooth, the surrounding teeth have a tendency to shift because that tooth is no longer helping to keep everything in line.
Ultimately, teeth may become crooked or new gaps may appear between teeth. Another issue that may occur is super-eruption. The tooth that opposes the site of the missing tooth may start to grow out from its position because it no longer has the opposing tooth to resist it. You may experience sensitivity and other issues around this super-erupted tooth. Fortunately, there are many tooth replacement options:. Teeth function as a unit. Properly aligned teeth come together harmoniously when you bite and chew.
When you eat and have a missing tooth or teeth, more stress may be placed on the remaining teeth; or, you may not chew adequately because of the missing tooth, which can affect how easily your body is able to digest food.
Chewing is the first step in the digestive process. You may find yourself avoiding some of your favorite chewy, crunchy or firm foods because they are difficult to chew.
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