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What are the treatment options for missing tooth treatment?

Healthy-looking teeth protect the overall health of your smile and health. For this reason, if there are missing teeth in the mouth, we have listed the treatment methods for missing teeth for you. You can get free consultation so that you can use the most appropriate treatment plan for you with your dentist. By identifying your needs and comparing your treatment options, you can find the right treatment for a healthy smile and activity.

Especially if people lose their teeth in the front area, the capacity of eating and contraction continues as well as the attractiveness of the smile is affected. Continuous use while smiling or talking can cause self-security problems by covering your mouth. Missing teeth can cause many more problems apart from all these.

What happens if your missing tooth is not completed?

Most people are usually concerned with the aesthetic effect of a missing tooth. But missing teeth can cause many oral health problems. If you have the same reproduction, your teeth are missing, on the other hand you try to spoil. It may continue to deteriorate in the same support, disturbing the roots of the teeth in that area and changing their structure and integrity.

In addition, if the missing teeth are not completed, the teeth in that area begin to thin and melt. The presence of dental health provides the gums and jawbones in general and the storage of bones and tissues. When a missing tooth is not replaced, the jawbone may occur due to poor adaptation.

If you have a missing tooth, you may experience pain and difficulty during decay. It may take more time to wear down your food and you may feel pain from the pressure.

What are the common causes of missing teeth?

Tooth loss can occur for many reasons. Below I will mention some of the most common causes of tooth loss.

Gum Disease: Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is the most common cause of tooth loss in adults. The disease spreads from the gums to the bone under the tooth, causing your teeth to loosen and fall out.

Tooth Decay: Untreated cavities can severely protect the tooth until it becomes impossible to save your natural tooth and can cause tooth loss.

Accidents and Injuries: You can lose your tooth due to accidents such as falls and dental trauma during activities such as aggressive contact sports.

Genetics: If there are people in your family who are prone to dental caries or have had gingivitis, and if you have family members with diabetes, it may increase your risk of tooth decay and periodontal disease in your dental bones.

Do not delay your treatment if you have missing teeth

Your teeth work as a whole and if one is gone, your other teeth and your entire oral health will be adversely affected. You can restore your smile with a variety of replacement solutions, including dental bridges, dentures and implants. Do not delay making an appointment with your dentist for a full, beautiful smile.

What are the Treatment Options in Partial Tooth Missing?

Partial tooth loss treatments are aimed at patients who are missing one or more teeth. We would like you to review our full oral treatment options for patients who have lost most of their teeth due to any problem.

Dental Tooth Missing Treatment Options

1.  Missing Tooth Bridge Treatment

Tooth deficiency bridge treatment allows the bridge tooth to be placed on the missing tooth root and supported by neighboring teeth. Thanks to the support taken from the tooth next to the missing tooth, the problem is resolved. Bridge treatment is a frequently preferred method in tooth loss.

Bridge treatment improves tooth function and appearance. It prevents the formation of gum diseases. Single tooth missing bridge treatment should be done by a specialist dentist and may consist of several stages.

The treatment process and cost may vary depending on the patient’s tooth structure, the degree of missing tooth and the location of the missing tooth.

Advantages of bridge treatment in missing teeth:

Bridge treatment does not take long.

Bridge treatment provides an aesthetic appearance.

Bridge teeth are useful.

2.  Tooth Missing Palate Prosthesis Treatment

In the treatment of missing teeth, the palate prosthesis replaces the missing tooth. This prosthesis is located on the gum or under the tongue. The palate prosthesis protects tooth function and dental aesthetics and prevents the occurrence of gum diseases. It is specially designed by a dentist.

A palatal prosthesis is a cheaper and shorter treatment option than other treatments such as a dental implant or dental bridge, but it is less durable and must be replaced more frequently.

3.  Single Tooth Missing Implant Treatment

MainAdvantages of bridge treatment in missing teeth:
Bridge treatment does not take long.
Bridge treatment provides an aesthetic appearance.
Bridge teeth are useful

Body screws are placed in place of the lost tooth, and after these screws are completely combined with the bone, a special dental prosthesis is attached. The desired number of implants are placed in accordance with the cavity of the tooth.

In implant treatment, it is aimed to regain the aesthetics and functionality of the lost tooth. Implant treatment can offer longer-lasting, durable and reliable results compared to other treatment options.

This process improves tooth function and appearance. Gum diseases are prevented as much as possible. Today’s implant treatment is quite advanced. screws are placed in place of the lost tooth, and after these screws are completely combined with the bone, a special dental prosthesis is attached. The desired number of implants are placed in accordance with the cavity of the tooth.

In implant treatment, it is aimed to regain the aesthetics and functionality of the lost tooth. Implant treatment can offer longer-lasting, durable and reliable results compared to other treatment options.

This process improves tooth function and appearance. Gum diseases are prevented as much as possible. Today’s implant treatment is quite advanced.

Dental Implant: What Is It?

Dental implants are artificial titanium tooth roots placed into the jawbone to replace teeth lost due to various reasons. Implants offer better speech and chewing functions compared to traditional dentures, while providing a natural appearance to your face.

Implant treatment is a comfortable and reliable procedure. The operation can be performed painlessly under local anesthesia, and in some cases, general anesthesia may also be applied. However, it’s important to note that for implantation, healthy gums and sufficient bone structure to support the implant are essential.

Dental implants are made of titanium. High-quality implants use titanium with a purity level of over 99%, which is more expensive than other brands due to the effort to create a surface that bone tissue will readily bond with.

Is implant treatment comfortable and safe?

Implant treatments are safe and comfortable as long as they are performed by an expert team in a completely sterile environment. The treatment consists of a surgical procedure and prosthetic procedure.

Who is a candidate for dental implants?

The success of implant treatment depends on the jaw structure and adequacy of the jawbone. In cases where bone density is insufficient, artificial bone powder can be applied to the area before the implant operation.

There is no upper age limit for implant treatment, but anyone over 18 years old and whose bone development is complete can undergo implant treatment. However, individuals with uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, blood clotting issues, or severe heart conditions should not undergo implant operations without permission from their physicians.

Is there any pain during the implant procedure?

During the implant procedure, the patient does not feel any pain or discomfort thanks to local anesthesia applied to the mouth. After the operation, any potential discomfort can usually be alleviated with regular pain relievers.

How long does it take to place implants in the mouth?

The duration of the implant procedure depends on the number of implants to be placed in the mouth, but typically, it takes about 5-10 minutes to place one implant.

Can implants be placed immediately after tooth extraction?

There are two different approaches to this issue. If there is no inflammation or defect at the extraction site, an implant can be placed immediately. However, if there is any defect, artificial bone powder can be applied to the area, and the implant operation should be delayed for about 2 months to allow the extraction site to heal properly.

How long should one wait for prostheses after implant placement?

After the implant operation, it is necessary to wait for the implant to integrate with the jawbone, which takes about 2-6 months.

What are the advantages of dental implant treatment?

Implants allow prostheses to resemble natural teeth most closely.

• Compared to traditional dentures, they provide better chewing and speaking functions.
• They have a more aesthetic appearance than other prostheses.
• Implants can restore missing teeth without affecting adjacent healthy teeth.
• For total dentures, they improve retention. For example, retention is quite low for lower total dentures. By placing 2 implants in the lower jaw, retention is significantly improved.

What is the lifespan of a dental implant?

Implants have been observed to remain trouble-free throughout a person’s life. However, several factors affect their lifespan, with the patient’s oral hygiene being of utmost importance.

How should implants be maintained and cleaned?

• Prostheses should be brushed properly at least twice a day. You can ask your doctor for effective brushing techniques.
• Using interdental brushes or dental floss can help remove food residues between teeth and around implants.
• You can use mouthwash or oral irrigator for oral hygiene.

Do implants carry any risk of allergy or cancer?

Implants do not pose any risk of allergy or cancer.

Should continuously used medications be stopped before the implant operation?

Before the implant operation, some of the medications you are taking may need to be temporarily stopped under the supervision of your doctor. Therefore, it’s beneficial for your doctor and dentist to communicate before the operation.

Can implant-supported prostheses be renewed?

Yes, implant-supported prostheses can be renewed. During the renewal process, the implants (the screw part) remain in the mouth, and only the prostheses placed on top of the implants are renewed. Implant-supported prostheses, like other prostheses, have a lifespan, which can be extended by proper care and oral hygiene.

Are dental implants recommended for individuals who smoke?

Smoking and alcohol use can prolong the healing process after implant operations and make the process more challenging. Therefore, at least during the recovery period, we advise our patients to avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Do patients stay without teeth during the healing and waiting period after the implant operation?

Patients do not have to stay without teeth during this period. We provide our patients with temporary prostheses until the definitive prostheses are made after the implant operation.

When can patients return to their social life after the implant operation?

Patients can return to their normal daily life immediately after the implant operation.

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