Do you have missing teeth that need to be replaced? If so, it’s in your best interest to see a dental implant dentist as soon as possible. When tooth gaps are left alone, they can cause serious oral health problems that require extensive restorative or cosmetic dentistry. Visiting our team of Gush Etzion, Beit Shemesh And Jerusalem dental implant dentists and investing in a long lasting, high quality tooth replacement can save you time, money, and lots of pain in the future. When missing teeth are not replaced with dental implants, the following conditions can develop:
Tooth Shifting: When you lose a tooth, the surrounding teeth begin drifting into the open gap, shifting your teeth out of alignment. What once was a straight smile can quickly turn into crooked teeth. If you see a dental implants dentist soon after you lose your tooth, you can replace your missing tooth before shifting occurs.
TMJ Syndrome: When teeth shift out of alignment after tooth loss, bite problems usually develop. When the upper and lower jaws don’t meet properly, it strains and damages the jaw joint (TMJ).
Gum Disease/Tooth Decay: Once teeth shift out of alignment, it is harder to reach some spots with your toothbrush or floss. When plaque and bacteria aren’t reached, tooth decay and periodontal disease develop, often causing further tooth loss.
Face Shape Alteration: Dental implant placement ensures that your tooth root is replaced, which provides stimulation to prevent jawbone deterioration. Seeing a dental implant dentist like Dr. Jeremy Miner ensures that you get the most long lasting, healthy tooth replacement solution. When the tooth root is not replaced from a missing tooth, bone deterioration can quickly lead to face shape alteration, changing your appearance.
If you have lost a tooth or multiple teeth, implant dentistry can prevent you from developing further dental difficulties. An investment now can preserve your smile and prevent further problems later. Contact Dobro Dental Implants today for a consultation with our dental implant team.