Missing Teeth - Dentists in Plumstead

Missing Teeth Plumstead

Missing teeth can occur due to gum disease, tooth decay, injury, or a genetic condition. The impact of missing teeth will depend on multiple factors, including the location of missing teeth. In some cases, there may be either little or no impact. However, your teeth are designed to work together, so missing one or more teeth can sometimes impact speech and eating which may lead to other physical problems over time.

It may become harder or more uncomfortable for you to chew your food, leading to only eating on one side of your mouth or having to eat at a much slower pace, affecting your jaw and facial muscles.

Missing teeth can also change the shape of your face because it can cause your mouth to shift. Plus, your bite might change to make up for lost teeth, and the remaining teeth may shift and move if there is extra room, causing other issues such as tooth sensitivity, tooth grinding and difficulty chewing.

Regardless of the reason why you may have missing teeth, if you’re looking to replace a lost tooth or to improve the overall appearance of your smile, then there are options such as implants, dentures and bridges.

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FAQs

What Our Patients Ask Us Before Booking

Do I need to replace a missing tooth if it's not bothering me?

Not always urgently, but it’s worth having it checked. Even if there’s no immediate discomfort, gaps can cause your remaining teeth to shift over time, which may lead to bite changes, sensitivity or grinding down the line.

What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?

The main options are dental implants, bridges and dentures. Which one suits you best depends on things like how many teeth are missing, their location, and the condition of your jawbone and gums — we can talk you through the pros and cons of each.

Can missing teeth affect the way I eat or speak?

Yes, particularly if you’re missing more than one tooth or teeth toward the front of your mouth. It can make chewing harder or cause you to favour one side of your mouth, and in some cases affect speech too.

Can missing teeth change the shape of my face?

They can, over time. Without a tooth root stimulating the jawbone, the bone can gradually shrink, which may affect facial structure and cause the mouth to shift, so it’s best not to leave a gap untreated for too long.

What's the difference between a bridge and an implant?

A bridge replaces a missing tooth by anchoring onto the teeth either side of the gap, while an implant replaces the tooth root itself with a titanium post, giving a standalone result that doesn’t rely on neighbouring teeth. We can advise which is the better fit for your situation.

What causes teeth to go missing in the first place?

Gum disease, tooth decay, injury and genetic conditions are the most common causes. Whatever the reason, if you’re looking to replace a missing tooth or improve your smile, we can talk you through the options that’ll work best for you.

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