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People lose their teeth in a variety of ways. These can happen during accidents and injury, severe medical conditions, and gum diseases. Normally, it can also occur during the period of aging and sometimes weight loss can also lead to unsightly extra spaces between the teeth. Missing teeth can be unattractive to look at, hinders proper eating and chewing, leads to loss of other tooth and contributes to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. However, because of advanced technology in dental care, modern techniques can be used to restore the teeth and make it look beautiful, durable, functional and natural. Here are the reasons why the missing teeth should be fixed.

1. When the missing teeth are fixed, this will avoid damage of the remaining teeth. When one or more teeth are lacking, the other structures inside the mouth especially the teeth will become misaligned. This will lead to unequal distribution of pressure when the teeth are used and the function will be overly compensated by the other remaining teeth. Because of this, discomfort and often, pain will be felt. When replacement of the missing teeth is not readily done, one will feel infections of the gums more often, receding gums, swelling on one side of the face, and loose teeth.

When these symptoms are observed, consult your dentist for suggestions on whether or not you are subjected for crowns or dental bridge, and dental implants. This will be considered an investment since these structures are very costly; but may allow a lot of savings in the long run.

2. Missing teeth should be fixed as soon as possible since the extra spaces in-between the teeth will lead to faulty bite, which can result to development of TMJ. Doctors describe the condition as a dull pain felt in the jaw and surrounding the temporal lobes, a popping sound that is heard when one opens and closes the mouth; and the teeth clenches and grinds during sleep. Aside from these, TMJ also causes constant headaches, chronic fatigue and stiffness of the neck.

The dentist is the best person who can help alleviate the symptoms by fixing with the use of dental implants, dentures or bridges. He may also advise for specialized orthodontics like the use of braces to bring the teeth back to its normal position.

3. Fixing Loose Teeth or missing teeth will improve your appearance and will allow you to impart an attractive smile to everyone you meet. This will enhance your personality and will increase your self-confidence at the same time. Tooth whitening should also be accomplished to lighten the color of the teeth and will add more to the pleasing look of your smile and the overall look of your appearance. Above all, practice the habit of good oral hygiene to avoid gum disease and prevent more damage in the future.