Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?

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Some individuals who lose a posterior tooth question whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the cost to replace it and save some money? Actually, there are several important reasons to replace a back tooth with a permanent tooth implant if possible:

1. The adjacent tooth (or teeth) may start shifting.

If a tooth tips, moves or rotates, it can influence the bite. The unopposed tooth can also move, though it generally moves outward from the bone (over-eruption). Teeth that are displaced can become more vulnerable to gum disease, decay, or TMJ pain.

2. The underlying bone will eventually recede.

Without the tooth root, the jaw bone pulls back. This changes the contours of the face and gives it a sunk-in look due to a reduction in supporting bone. The vertical shortening advances and becomes more pronounced as you get older.

3. There will be increased stress on the teeth that take over the chewing functions.

This can lead to excessive wear, fracture, or pain.

If you have a missing posterior tooth and want to learn about dental implants, call Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry at 770-419-2535 to schedule an appointment.

 

Contact Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry:

770-419-2535

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

1415 Wooten Lake Rd NW Ste 300
Kennesaw, Georgia
30144

 

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