Replacing lost teeth might not seem necessary, especially in the case of one tooth. However, when you lose a tooth or multiple teeth for any reason, such as illness or injury, some risks might be associated with it. It can impact your smile, make you uncomfortable, especially in photos, and at times affect how you eat or speak.

Teeth are very instrumental in bodily functions. They help in chewing and digestion, speech, protecting gums, and also for facial aesthetics. Moreover, teeth help distribute pressure in the mouth while chewing. If you are missing one tooth, the functionality of the full set of teeth can be compromised. Therefore, it is advised to seek immediate help in replacing any missing teeth. If you choose not to, here are a few issues you might have to deal with in the long run.

Eating Problems

Teeth break down the food we eat which helps in digestion. Missing teeth can make it difficult to chew food, affecting your diet. You might be forced to gravitate toward soft foods, which might largely impact your weight.

Crooked Teeth

Most teeth are usually aesthetically arranged. Missing a tooth can cause crookedness. Because the teeth occupy their own spaces perfectly, a space left behind by a missing tooth can cause the remaining teeth to shift toward the gap. That can make it hard for you to maintain oral hygiene since you cannot brush or floss in between the teeth as well. If not treated, this could eventually turn into more complex oral health issues.

Jaw Bone Resorption

This is the bone loss that occurs when there is no tooth and the natural roots are no longer holding onto the jawbone. Bone loss might affect the neighboring teeth, complicating it even further. Therefore, do not let it get to worrying levels. Call us today!