{"id":624,"date":"2019-03-07T04:04:39","date_gmt":"2019-03-07T04:04:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=624"},"modified":"2019-04-07T04:06:56","modified_gmt":"2019-04-07T04:06:56","slug":"dental-implants-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/dental-implants-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Missing Teeth? Here\u2019s What Dental Implants Can Do for You!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-625\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_29438289-300x241.jpeg\" alt=\"older woman smiling holding apple\" width=\"300\" height=\"241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_29438289-300x241.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_29438289-768x616.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_29438289-1024x821.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>If you\u2019ve had the misfortune of losing a tooth, then is it important to have it replaced? A local dentist says it definitely is. Find out why this is so and discover how dental implants and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/dental-implants.html\">replacement<\/a> procedures can help you regain your full function and smile aesthetics.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Why It\u2019s Important to Replace Missing Teeth<\/h2>\n<p>Your teeth rely on a healthy degree of tension between them to maintain their position. Thus, when even one is missing for a prolonged period of time, the following can happen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tipping <\/strong>\u2013 The teeth on either side of a missing tooth can begin to shift over time, which can cause bite issues or an infection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Super Eruption <\/strong>\u2013 The tooth above a vacated space can also begin to shift, which is commonly referred to as a super eruption. It, too, can lead to an infection if not treated in time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone Loss <\/strong>\u2013 When there is missing tension at the jawbone level, the natural production of new bone material can slow down, and there can be bone loss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost Confidence <\/strong>\u2013 When you have missing teeth, you can suffer a decrease in your self-esteem, which can lead to depression and ineffective interactions with other people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The good news is you have some options to be fully restored.<\/p>\n<h2>A Dental Crown to Replace a Single Tooth<\/h2>\n<p>For a single missing tooth, a dental crown can be placed to prevent any shifting or bone loss. The porcelain fixture is affixed to the surrounding teeth using dental cement, leaving you with a functional and aesthetically-pleasing smile.<\/p>\n<h2>Replacing Missing Teeth with Bridges<\/h2>\n<p>If you have three or more consecutive teeth missing, then a dental bridge can be of help. It consists of several porcelain crowns affixed to one appliance.<\/p>\n<p>The teeth adjacent to the bridge will serve as abutments or anchors, and the dentist will use dental cement to bond the bridge to them.<\/p>\n<h2>Dental Implants \u2013 The Gold Standard of Tooth Replacement<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to replacing your teeth, the most effective method available is dental implant placement. It consists of a titanium post that is surgically inserted into the jawbone.<\/p>\n<p>Over a period of roughly four to six months, the implant will fuse with your natural bone material to form a sturdy foundation to support a final restoration.<\/p>\n<h2>Which Procedure is Best for You?<\/h2>\n<p>The best way to determine what will be the best remedy for your missing teeth is to reach out to a local dentist to schedule a consultation. While there, you\u2019ll receive a full examination to determine what will be the best form of treatment so you can get back to leading a normal life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Bill Greenberg earned his dental degree from Tufts University. He has since gone on to provide over 40 years of the best in dental care. As part of his commitment to excellence, Dr. Greenberg has received postgraduate training from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, he replaces missing teeth at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve had the misfortune of losing a tooth, then is it important to have it replaced? A local dentist says it definitely is. 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