When it’s time to replace missing teeth, whether it’s one or a full set, several options are available to you at Flower Dental. Dr. Jordan’s extensive background in restorative dentistry allows him to offer solutions that allow you to enjoy normal chewing and a full smile again.

Reasons to Replace Missing Teeth
While permanent teeth should provide a lifetime of use, it doesn’t always end up that way. They may be lost from an accident, deep cavities or gum disease. Teeth are intended to function as a full set. So when even one is missing, that can create a multitude of problems that worsen over time.

• Appearance: A missing tooth can make you feel self-conscious about your smile.
• Speech: You may struggle to speak so you are easily understood.
• Nutrition: Missing teeth disturb the complex funtion of chewing, which is a critical first step in digestion. Plus you can no longer simply enjoy many of your favorite foods.
• Damage to other teeth: When there is an open area between teeth, the surrounding teeth will slowly tilt in towards the space. Consequently, the upper and lower teeth will no longer hit evenly across the mouth. Unfortunately, this can end up wearing down and cracking those teeth that receive excessive forces.
• Loss of jaw bone: Over time, the lack of a tooth will result in loss of bone density in your jaw. This puts the stability of the adjacent teeth at risk. Long term, the loss of bone can make you look older before your time.