{"id":108,"date":"2020-01-16T21:23:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-16T21:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ultimatedentalservices.com\/blog\/?p=108"},"modified":"2020-10-14T16:03:20","modified_gmt":"2020-10-14T16:03:20","slug":"why-need-replace-missing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ultimatedentalservices.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/why-need-replace-missing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Need to Replace Your Missing Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve been missing a molar for a few years now. Since it\u2019s\nin the back of your mouth, you figure you don\u2019t need to replace it. After all,\nno one\u2019s going to see it, so why bother? As it turns out, there are plenty of\nreasons why you should. Not replacing missing teeth can lead to cosmetic and\neven oral health consequences, even if it\u2019s a back tooth. Keep reading to learn\nwhy you should fill the gap in your mouth, and a few of the options<\/a>\nyou have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why You Should Replace Your Missing Teeth <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Besides the aesthetics of missing one or more teeth, there\nare several other reasons to replace them, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other Teeth Might Shift <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth naturally push against each other to keep them\nall neatly lined up. When one tooth is gone, the others have nothing to push\nagainst. As a result, they will drift into the gap created by your lost tooth. This\ncan lead to a change in your bite as well as an increased risk of tooth decay\nand gum disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Face Could Change <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The loss of even a back tooth can cause your jawbone to\ndeteriorate and your facial muscles to droop over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It May Affect Your Mental Health <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chewing with a hole in the back of your mouth is no fun. It may\nalso make it more difficult to pronounce certain words. As time passes, this\ncan grow irritating, causing your mood to plummet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Could Develop TMJ Disorder <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The joint just in front of and under your ears is called your\ntemporomandibular joint, or TMJ. Missing a tooth affects the delicate system\nthey\u2019re connected to, causing TMJ disorder, which can contribute to teeth grinding\nand jaw pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Your Options for Replacing Your Missing Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Modern dentistry has come far enough that you have a few options\nfor filling the gap in your smile, like: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bridges <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A bridge consists of two dental crowns anchored on your remaining\nteeth at either end of the gap, with as many crowns as needed in between. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentures <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dentures are made up of artificial teeth attached to an\nacrylic base the color of gum tissue. A denture can be either full (replacing\nall teeth on an arch) or partial (replacing just a few teeth). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Implants <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

By far the most lifelike and comfortable tooth replacement option\nis dental implants. These titanium screw-shaped posts are placed into your\njawbone to replicate the roots of your lost teeth and then topped with a realistic-looking\ncrown, bridge, or denture, depending on how many teeth you\u2019re missing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter where in your mouth your missing teeth are\nlocated, it\u2019s well worth it to get them replaced. Ask your dentist which option\nwould be best for you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Sammi\nHadad<\/a> is a dentist in Brownstown, MI who obtained her doctorate from the\nUniversity of Detroit Mercy Dental School. She also has a Fellowship in\ngeriatric dentistry as the chief resident at the VA Medical Center in Salt Lake\nCity, so she has some experience replacing missing teeth. To learn which option\nwould be best for your smile, visit\nDr. Hadad\u2019s website.<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You\u2019ve been missing a molar for a few years now. Since it\u2019s in the back of your mouth, you figure you don\u2019t need to replace it. After all, no one\u2019s going to see it, so why bother? As it turns out, there are plenty of reasons why you should. Not replacing missing teeth can lead […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nMissing Teeth | Dental Implants | Dr. Sammi Hadad<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you\u2019re missing teeth, should you bother getting them replaced? Yes! 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