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What happens if you have a tooth pulled and don’t replace it?

Cases of tooth loss are prevalent today as it tends to become more common after middle age. Moreover, by the age of 50, an average adult has lost at least 12 permanent teeth, according to expert’s recent studies. In fact, some of the common causes of tooth loss include injury, gum disease, and tooth decay. Replacing a pulled-out tooth is a vital part of restoring your confidence in your smile and also the key to maintaining good dental health along with a well-functioning bite.

Importance of Replacing a Missing Tooth 
All your teeth serve a purpose, and they have a more significant role than what you possibly think. Apart from serving a functional objective, which is aiding in proper chewing and word pronunciation, your teeth also highly influence your appearance. It’s challenging to show off your beautiful smile when your teeth are missing. 

Or maybe you lost a few posterior teeth, and you’re wondering, ‘Nobody even knows my teeth are pulled out, so it won’t affect my smile or my looks.’ But think again. Your remaining teeth and jaw bone can undergo severe consequences if you replace your pulled-out tooth, leaving you with more complications than you expected.

Still, if you decide to leave a space between your teeth, you’d put yourself at high risk of the following: your other teeth will start to move and shift with time. It will result in bite alignment problems, uneven wear from chewing, and TMJ issues. 

Get Your Teeth Replaced By a Trusted Dentist  
All in all, if you get any missing tooth, ensure to get it thoroughly checked by your trusted dentist as quickly as possible. They will discuss both surgical and non-surgical tooth replacement options with you to help you determine the suitable treatment, so you can be proud to smile in front of others. 

Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!