A missing tooth

If it is delayed or not get it done as soon as possible, it will

     1.    Drifting and shifting of the neighboring teeth causing an unbalanced bite-esthetic and functional affected

     2.   Increased biting forces on other teeth

         3.   Bone recession (bone loss) in the area of missing tooth

         4.   Compromising esthetic because the gap between teeth widen

     

     5.   Natural smile lost

 

Benefits of an implant:

  A long lasting solution

  Helps to prevent bone recession

  Replaces one or more teeth without affecting neighboring teeth

  Eliminates the risk of dental decay

  Improves self image, speech and increase the functional ability to eat an array of foods.