What is the problem with missing teeth?
Teeth have a significant effect on oral health and overall health. Usually, tooth loss is associated with advanced age, but this is not always the case. Even at a relatively young age, teeth can be lost as a result of neglect, illness, or lack of dental hygiene. Missing teeth can make you look older than you are. Replacing missing teeth can drastically improve your smile, your willingness to smile, your face shape, your health, and your self-image.
Missing Teeth on Oral Health
When there are no teeth, it is more difficult to chew food. Studies have shown that 29% of denture owners eat only soft or crushed food and 50% avoid different types of food altogether, but teeth are important not only for the action of chewing but also for the health of the gums, jaw, and other teeth. Failure to replace a missing tooth affects the way the jaw closes. When pressure is applied to the remaining teeth by chewing, a counter-tooth may bulge or move to the vacated area and create bite problems and pain in the jaw joint. Healthy teeth will begin to have unnatural angles and as soon as additional pressure is applied it will also affect the gums and jaw bones, and the teeth will begin to loosen. After tooth loss for any reason, disintegration of the jawbone that supported the tooth begins. The longer the tooth is missing, the greater the disintegration until the bone becomes weaker and significantly smaller. In addition, food may become trapped in the vacated area and increase the risk of decay and gum disease. Missing teeth, especially if they are in front, will gradually begin to change the external appearance of the face as well. The lips will look sunken and asymmetrical, your speech will change and so will your voice.
Appearance
People with unhealthy, or missing teeth, tend to avoid smiles and try to hide their teeth when smiling. They may avoid social or business events and many miss important activities or interesting experiences.
Self-confidence
People who have lost teeth sometimes express a sense of loss. Loss of youth, loss of magic, loss of ability to speak in public or participate in other activities. Only after tooth loss do people realize the importance of a mouth full of teeth for a full and active life.
You should immediately replace the missing tooth
It is important to remember that teeth have other functions besides the ability to chew. They are essential for the prevention of gum problems and the health of the jaw tissue in the area. Prolonged absence of a tooth will significantly impair the chances of restoration.
By immediately restoring the missing tooth you will regain your dental health and avoid long-term consequences such as bone loss, unnecessary displacement of adjacent teeth and rapid decay. These consequences can also be costly.
If you are missing teeth, it is important to visit your dentist office and learn about the options you might have to replace the missing teeth.