Benefits of Restoring Lost Teeth

Posted on 12/10/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim

Teeth get old as people age and they do not always stay young and strong. Your teeth are put through extreme wear and tear throughout your lifetime. Therefore, it is sometimes a natural thing for a person to lose a tooth or multiple teeth as they start to age.

Some of the reasons we might lose teeth through our lifetimes of wear and tear is trauma, cavities, tooth decay, and simply bad oral health. However, if a tooth is lost, it is very important for your jawbone to ensure that you have a false tooth or teeth inserted into the same place.

Rationale on Restoring Lost Teeth

Most patients do not know this, but teeth are the foundation of your facial structure and shape the way you look. They keep your jawbone healthy and from deteriorating which thing creates your facial structure. Not only is it important to restore your tooth or teeth because of this, but the longer a tooth is not slotted in the space, to more your mouth can shift, it can become painful to chew and it can get worse with time.

If a space is left in the tooth that has been lost, this could cause teeth to shift. Most people prefer a smile that is beautiful and fits their facial structure. When a patient loses a tooth, your teeth then start to shift into the space that is left. This can cause alignment issues and lead to bite issues down the road that cause effect the cheeks and gums.

Having all your teeth in place is very important to every patient. Teeth are the foundation of the facial structure therefore, if you have any missing teeth, it is important to reach out to us. We are here to help with any questions you may have.

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