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\u201cI\u2019m missing a few teeth, but I can live without them.\u201d Have\nyou thought this? It\u2019s understandable that you may not want to spend time and\nmoney on tooth replacement, especially if you can still chew food without too\nmuch inconvenience. However, seeking treatment to replace your missing teeth is <\/em>important. As Dr. Allison Fowler, a\ndentist in the Park Cities explains, you have a number of reasons to explore\nyour options for filling in the gaps in your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tooth Alignment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth have a natural capacity for movement; that is why\northodontic treatment works so well. Unfortunately, the ability of teeth to\nmove is a double-edged sword. When a tooth goes missing, the teeth adjacent to\nthe gap may begin to drift out of place. You may suffer occlusion (bite)\nproblems and TMJ pain as a result. If you lose a bottom tooth, the one directly\nabove it could even over-erupt or fall out altogether. Replacing the lost tooth\nwith a bridge or dental implant prevents these issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bone Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you lose teeth, the bone that once supported your\nmissing teeth begins to be resorbed (your body recycles the material for other\npurposes). In fact, up to 25 percent of the bone near an extraction site may be\ngone within the first year following the extraction procedure. Dental implants\nact as substitute tooth roots, stimulating the jawbone. Dental implants prevent\nyour jaw bone from deteriorating, helping it to maintain its strength, shape,\nand density.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the extent of your tooth loss, you may begin to\ngravitate toward foods that are easy to chew rather than foods that are good for\nyour body. For example, you may only eat cooked vegetables and miss out on the\nnutrients found in raw produce. Replacing your missing teeth restores your\nability to enjoy practically any food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Significant tooth loss can reduce your confidence and make\nit more difficult for you to show off your warm, endearing personality when you\nmeet new people. Dentures, crowns and bridgework, and dental implants can all\nprovide natural-looking tooth replacement. The materials used to create them \u2014\nporcelain or acrylic \u2014 so closely resemble real tooth enamel that it is\nunlikely your friends will be able to tell that you\u2019ve had some work done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Dentist to Explore Your Tooth Replacement Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Allison Fowler, DDS, we have your best interests at\nheart, which is why you can rely on us to recommend a tooth replacement\ntreatment that will provide you with a confident smile and a strong bite.\nOftentimes, dental implants are the optimal solution for missing teeth because\nof their longevity (they can last for decades) and bone health benefits.\nHowever, some patients who aren\u2019t candidates for implants opt for crown and\nbridgework or traditional dentures instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t live with an incomplete smile any longer than you have\nto! Filling in the gaps will help you lead a happier, healthier life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Allison\nFowler<\/a> is a general and restorative dentist who is passionate about helping\nher patients achieve functional, attractive smiles. She has dental implants\nherself and therefore has a unique, compassionate perspective on tooth replacement.\nTo learn how she can help you rebuild your smile, contact our office<\/a>\nat 214-368-0018. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cI\u2019m missing a few teeth, but I can live without them.\u201d Have you thought this? It\u2019s understandable that you may not want to spend time and money on tooth replacement, especially if you can still chew food without too much inconvenience. However, seeking treatment to replace your missing teeth is important. As Dr. Allison Fowler, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-79","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nYour Dentist Discusses 4 Reasons to Replace Missing Teeth<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you have gaps in your smile? 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