Categories: Restorative Dentistry

We Can Help Replace Your Missing Teeth

If you have lost one, or several, of your teeth, you may have noticed some changes in your smile. You may not feel as confident in pictures or when meeting new people, and you may have noticed that you have a harder time eating some of your favorite foods. All of our teeth play an important role in our smile’s appearance and function, so when you have lost one of your pearly whites, it can take a significant toll on your oral health. Your team at MMC Dental in Houston, TX, offers different prosthetic solutions to help you renew your smile after tooth loss.

The Common Reasons Behind Tooth Loss

Tooth loss as an adult can be caused by different reasons, including injuries and poor oral hygiene. Periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss for adults today. This is an infection of the gums that happens when plaque builds up on or around your gums. If you have symptoms such as sensitive, red gums, talk to your dentist as soon as possible so that treatments can be planned if necessary. In other cases, you may have lost one of your pearly whites due to an injury. No matter what the reason may be, it’s important to seek dental care as soon as possible so that a solution can be found for your missing teeth.

Benefits Of Dentures And Bridges

We offer several prosthetic options to help recreate your smile. The option chosen will depend on the severity of loss, your personal needs, and overall oral health. One commonly known option to replace missing teeth are dentures. These can be either complete or partial, depending on your needs. Typically, your dentures will be removable and can replace up to an entire arch of your smile if necessary. We also offer partial dentures for patients who need to replace a few teeth throughout their oral cavity. Patients who have lost a few of their pearly whites in the same row may be able to receive a dental bridge. Like dentures, the bridge will be lifelike and improve functions like chewing and talking. Dental bridges are secured in place and will not need to be removed to clean.

Dental Implants Protect Your Smile

Dental implants are another popular option used to help replace missing teeth. With this prosthetic option, a titanium post is inserted into the jawbone for additional support. After the area has healed, an abutment piece and crown can be added to the post. Dental implants are a secure and long lasting option that can help maintain your jaw strength and facial structure for many years to come.