You already know that your teeth affect your bite, speech, and eating abilities. But did you know that the health of your teeth affects your entire body? When your teeth are healthy, your entire body is healthier. Replacing missing teeth sooner than later is important. In fact, delaying tooth replacement can increase wear on remaining teeth, jaw pain, headaches, and other negative side effects.
Jaw deterioration can be a serious concern. As much as 25 percent of jawbone structure can deteriorate within just the first year following tooth loss. The good news is, dental implants can preserve jawbone integrity while also improving bite function and appearance. Quality tooth implants can look and feel like natural teeth. Learn more about your options for tooth replacement in Cool Springs at Coyne Oral Surgery.
Your Tooth Replacement Options
If your teeth have suffered significant damage or some are missing, you may feel it is impossible to live a comfortable and confident life. You may feel like your smile is too far gone to ever be fully functional or attractive again. If you feel your smile is holding you back, with our expertise and modern dental technology, we can change that. Dr. Coyne can help you regain your confidence and have a smile that you love.
There are a wide range of tooth replacement options, from temporary to permanent solutions. You may be a good candidate if:
- You are missing one or more teeth
- You are not happy with your dentures
Age is not an important consideration in tooth replacement. Dr. Coyne and her team will, however, take into account adverse factors such as smoking, diabetes, and localized radiation therapy in the jaw area.