{"id":267,"date":"2018-05-02T07:09:08","date_gmt":"2018-05-02T07:09:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/?p=267"},"modified":"2020-08-06T16:03:53","modified_gmt":"2020-08-06T16:03:53","slug":"dental-implants-southlake-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/02\/dental-implants-southlake-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Think You Can Wait to Replace Missing Teeth? Think Again."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-268\" src=\"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_72576331-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"mature couple smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_72576331-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_72576331-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_72576331.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Are you missing or on the brink of losing one, two, or several teeth? Some people make the mistake of delaying replacement \u2014 especially for back teeth. You can\u2019t see the gaps anyway, right? Well, you may not know that <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> replacing those teeth can take a serious toll on your oral and overall health. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/dental-implants.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental implants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Southlake offer a wonderful option for many patients. We\u2019ve got more on the effects of tooth loss and how dental implants can help below!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone Loss<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the most significant side effect of missing teeth is that it results in the loss of jaw bone tissue as well. This degeneration can cause\u00a0the jaw to shrink and decreases facial volume, which can make you look older than you really are. What\u2019s more, any healthy natural teeth that still remain are at an increased risk of falling out, too, as their sturdy foundation is gradually lost. In this way, losing a single missing tooth \u2014 no matter where in the jaw it is located \u2014 can put your overall smile at-risk of the same fate. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drifting Teeth<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have a gap in your teeth, the ones that are left behind are likely to slowly drift out of position to fill in the empty space. Aside from affecting the way your smile looks, this movement can cause orthodontic issues that may need to be fixed with braces. The effect is even greater when several teeth are missing. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TMJ Issues<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth loss throws the alignment of your bite out of whack, which can put stress on the TMJ, or jaw joint. You may experience a clicking, popping jaw, have difficulty opening your mouth fully, or other symptoms of TMJ\/TMD. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty Eating<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, without a full set of teeth, it can be a challenge to eat a balanced diet full of all the nutritious foods you love \u2014 like fresh, crunchy fruits and vegetables. Patients who do not seek a sturdy tooth replacement promptly after loss may suffer from poor nutrition simply because it is difficult or uncomfortable to eat well. This can result in larger problems with overall health, especially for aging patients. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceramic Dental Implants Can Help<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you avoid bone loss, drifting teeth, and difficulty eating after tooth loss? By selecting a sturdy tooth replacement \u2014 like dental implants. Ceramic implants are made from completely non-metal materials, which means you can enjoy a sturdy set of teeth that will promote better oral and overall health without introducing anything you don\u2019t want (i.e. harmful metals) into your body. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental implants replace the missing tooth\u2019s supportive root structure as well as the visible dental crown that you use to eat, speak, and smile. It\u2019s as close as you can get to the tooth you were born with \u2014 and with proper care and maintenance, dental implants can last for decades. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients who are not eligible for dental implants can still benefit from tooth replacement with a holistic approach, including with a fixed bridge or non-metal partial\/complete denture. If you are interested in discussing your options in tooth replacement, don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with your holistic dentist in Southlake! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet Dr. Preetha Thomas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Preetha Thomas provides patients of Enclave Dental with whole-health focused, holistic dental care. From general checkups and cleanings to high-quality tooth replacement with dental implants, bridges, or partials, it\u2019s exceptional dentistry focused on your overall wellbeing. To learn more, we invite you to schedule an appointment by calling <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">817-912-1218 today<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you missing or on the brink of losing one, two, or several teeth? Some people make the mistake of delaying replacement \u2014 especially for back teeth. 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