Losing a tooth by accident or by extraction is not the end of the
matter. When a tooth is missing, the resulting gap will allow nearby
teeth to tilt or drift from their normal position, and the teeth above
the gap will move downward.
Aside from the obvious cosmetic problem, the changed positions of
these teeth can lead to severe bite problems causing jaw pain and
headaches.
Missing teeth should be replaced to keep other teeth in their normal
position. This can be done with a fixed bridge or a dental implant.
Both of these treatments offer a good functional and cosmetic result.
Please call our office at (952) 941-2810 with any questions you may have about
the benefits of replacing missing teeth with bridges or dental
implants.