More than half of adults in the United States have lost at least one permanent tooth. Unfortunately, adult teeth do not grow back, and the space they leave in your smile can affect its appearance as well as your bite’s health and function. The good news is that tooth loss is not inevitable; usually, it is the cause of accidental trauma, or the severe progression of a preventable dental issue, like gum disease.
Whether or not you replace a lost tooth is up to you. If it doesn’t affect your smile’s appearance too severely, then replacing it might not seem like a priority. However, not addressing tooth loss could have negative consequences for your dental health, such as remaining teeth shifting out of place or your jawbone losing density due to the missing tooth.
Often, dental implants are the most effective choice for replacing lost teeth. The small titanium posts are inserted into the jawbone and utilized to support a dental crown, bridge, or denture, creating lifelike root support for your replacement teeth. You may qualify for dental implants if your teeth and gums are healthy, and if your jawbone still retains enough density to support the implant posts.
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