Missing Teeth
Missing Teeth Treatment in Doncaster East
Missing Teeth
Our teeth are meant to last for a lifetime, yet missing teeth are frequently observed — the average adult has at least five teeth missing. Missing front teeth can be very embarrassing and affect self-esteem, as well as the ability to speak clearly. Missing back teeth impact the ability to chew properly, and are one reason for poor nutrition.
The top three reasons for missing teeth are tooth decay, gum disease and trauma.
Trauma may be from sporting accidents, motor vehicle accidents, domestic violence and other causes. See our tooth decay and gum disease pages for more information on those.
Our ability to replace missing teeth with natural-looking alternatives is continuously improving through new technology. Dentures have been, and continue to be, a common option.
Dental bridges are a firmer option when used appropriately in the right circumstances, and more recently dental implants have developed to become the gold standard for replacing missing teeth.
Adjacent teeth can move or tilt into the space left by the missing tooth. Because teeth that are not well aligned tend to trap food and plaque, this predisposes you to tooth decay and gum disease — and can lead to a vicious cycle of further damage and more tooth loss.
