The Importance of Replacing a Missing Tooth

Missing teeth create gaps in our smiles, affect our oral health, and can even change the shape of your face. At Advantage Dentistry in Kenmore, NY, we have several options available for tooth replacement. Read on to learn more about why it is important to replace your missing teeth.

Teeth are what allow us to eat, speak, smile, and they give our jaws structure. When a tooth goes missing, the bone tissue around that area begins to deteriorate. This can change the shape of the jaw and facial structure if there are multiple teeth missing. In the case where there is only one tooth missing, the other teeth will begin to shift towards that open space. This creates gaps in other areas.  The gaps affect the look of your smile and become places where bacteria and other debris can hide. A major change in your teeth can affect the way you eat and speak.

At our Kenmore, NY office, we have dental implants, mini dental implants, dentures, and bridges available for tooth replacement. Your dentist will help you decide which option is best for you.

To schedule your tooth replacement consultation, call Advantage Dentistry of Kenmore, NY at (716) 877-2275. To learn more about our replacement options, visit our website, www.advantagedentistry.com. 

Mini Implants

When a traditional-sized dental implant is too large to fit where a tooth needs replacement, it is nice to have another option. Here at Advantage Dentistry in Kenmore, NY, along with full-sized dental implants, we also offer mini implants.

Mini implants are great for when there is a narrow space a replacement needs to fit into. Because they are about half the size of a traditional-sized implant, there is no incision needed to insert the implant post. This means there is a much quicker healing period and the permanent replacement crown can often be attached in the same day.

Mini implants are also often used as base for dentures. Clipping the dentures into a set of implants offers a much more stable platform for them. Four to six mini implants are installed along the upper or lower jaw line (it can be done for both). Many dentures can then be adjusted so that they can be clipped into the implants. Others will have a new set of dentures created.

Mini implants are also able to last a lifetime with good care. If you think your oral health may benefit from mini implants, schedule a consultation in our Kenmore, NY dental office. To schedule, call Advantage Dentistry at (716) 877-2275 or visit our website, www.advantagedentistry.com.