It’s not unusual to see patients with missing teeth choose to simply ignore the problem and not worry about it. Even if you do not find your missing teeth uncomfortable, it is important that you still pursue teeth restoration treatment because it can lead to oral complications requiring intensive treatments. Below you will find some of the problems that can come from not replacing a missing tooth.

Maintain A Great Oral Health

Whenever you lose a tooth, you are left with a large empty space that is not protected. It’s possible for food particles and debris to get caught in these empty places and creating further issues to your gums. This can lead to a condition called gum disease, symptoms of which can include chronic bad breath, bleeding or swollen gums, painful chewing, and gum recession which can result in further tooth loss.

You can also experience the shifting of surrounding teeth due to the empty gaps. This can lead to severely crooked teeth and some teeth falling out. The biggest of these potential issues is called tooth decay, and the main symptoms of it are chronic bad breath, black or brown spots on your teeth, and toothaches. If tooth decay is allowed to progress too far, the tooth will have to be removed, restarting the cycle.

One last potential problem associated with missing teeth is bone loss. What many people don’t realize is that every impact of food on your teeth sends vibrations down into your jawbone that serve to exercise the bone, keeping it healthy and strong. When you lose a tooth, that section of the jawbone is no longer getting the exercise it needs and will begin to deteriorate. Luckily, dental implants can be inserted into the jawbone and are capable of providing the exercise your oral structure needs to stay healthy.

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The price of ignoring missing teeth is often much higher than what it would be if you had pursued teeth restoration treatment as soon as possible. Dental implants are the perfect solution to your missing teeth. If you have any questions about the cost of dental implants or what your financing options, contact us and schedule a no-obligation consultation with Dr. Keith Cooper today.