Many people put off replacing a back tooth due to the costs associated with reconstructive dental work. Today, I’ll review the options patients have to replacing teeth and why it is important to do it in a timely manner.
After a losing a tooth, a series of events occurs that impacts your total oral health. Obviously, you will miss the chewing surface and that space can be annoying as food is often trapped in this area. Additionally, back teeth are made to take the brunt of your chewing force. Transferring additional force to the front teeth can damage these teeth. Lastly, over time, the adjacent teeth tend to migrate and tilt into the open space. This can compromise those teeth causing tooth mobility, bone loss, and changes in your bite.
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