Missing Teeth
Solution to Missing Teeth Condition
The Problem (Also Known As)
Single and Multiple Missing Teeth.
The Cause
Teeth can be congenitally missing or extracted due to decays, gum disease, traumatic accident or failed root canal treatment.
Treatment
A number of ways can replace missing teeth:
- Adhesive Bridge: the most conservative fixed option that is suitable in low pressure bearing, aesthetic area
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Conventional Bridge: suitable if neighbour teeth require crown coverage
- Implant Crown: most natural and reliable replacement
- Dentures: convenient, easy-to-clean way to replace missing teeth by wearing a removal plate
If Left Untreated
Unwanted movement neighbour or opposite teeth that might result in loosening of those teeth.
Long-term wise, loss of bone and soft tissues can happen gradually which can compromise future implant surgery.