Why is it important to replace lost teeth and what are the methods of replacing missing teeth?
Lost teeth need to be replaced as the results can be severe. Your chewing and general health can be affected. The appearance of the front teeth and smile can deteriorate. Teeth adjacent to the spaces may drift and tilt into them. Teeth in the opposite jaw, over the space, can grow longer because there is no opposing tooth to bite against them and keep them in place. The bite can be affected, and the front teeth can be forced forward. We can now offer several methods to replace missing teeth. 1) A bridge is permanently fixed to the teeth on either side of a gap. This is a good option especially if the teeth on either side have large fillings and could use crowns. 2) An implant can support a crown, bridge or denture. This is an excellent option especially if you have no teeth adjacent to a space. 3) A removable denture, either partial or full is a common way to replace teeth. If you have any questions about replacing missing teeth or any other inquires, contact us and we will determine w
