Our previous blog discussed situations in which you may need to consider tooth extraction in order to prioritize your oral health. Though this is not a favorable outcome for many, sometimes it is the only option to consider when your oral health is on the line. What’s more? Tooth loss is a more common concern than many people expect it to be, and by the time patients realize its imminent happening, it is likely already too late. In today’s blog, your Conroe, TX dentist discusses the manner in which tooth decay progresses, and how losing multiple teeth can be treated with the help of a dental bridge restoration.
More Than a Cosmetic Issue
When patients learn about the tooth loss process, the initial biggest concern that comes to mind is the noticeable gap that will make an appearance in their grins. Indeed, a number of people place a great value on their smile’s appearance and sporting a gap certainly takes away from its overall quality. What’s more? Dealing with multiple missing teeth is even more frightening!
Bear in mind, however, that cosmetic damage is the least of your problems when it comes to tooth loss. You see, loss often occurs due to significant infection that either has not been treated or has progressed to the point that treatment no longer helps. Additionally, once a compromised tooth has been removed, that does not necessarily mean that the infection itself is gone as well.
Indeed, once you lose one structure to infection, your chances of losing the surrounding ones, in the same manner, increase drastically. As a result, it is best to act sooner than later. Reach out to our team today to learn more about this process.
What it Means for Your Health
In addition to the visible complications loss causes, it may also affect your oral function and overall health. You see, each tooth supports your bite through equal distribution of its pressure, and if even one tooth is missing, this creates an unbalance. As a result, your remaining teeth must strain to accommodate the missing structure, resulting in pain and difficulty in oral function. For more information about this process and why restorations are needed, contact our team today.
Knowing Your Options
More often than not, the only way to effectively treat tooth loss involves implants or restorations. In the case of multiple consecutive teeth, your dentist may recommend the help of a dental bridge. Indeed, this restoration consists of two or more custom crowns that are bonded together to span the length of the gap.
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Contact The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX by calling 936-441-4600 to schedule your next appointment with our team and learn more about the invaluable role of restorative dentistry in your smile’s health.
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