The latest techniques dentists use to manage missing teeth: Part one
- Angela Widdis
- Jul 13, 2023
- 2 min read
A missing tooth can certainly change the appearance of a person’s smile. Whether a missing tooth is the result of gum disease, injury, severe tooth decay, or a genetic condition, a missing tooth can cause several problems. Sometimes the value of someone’s teeth isn’t realized until they are lost, and unfortunately, teeth do not last forever. Nearly 14% of adults 65 or older have lost most of their teeth. The main culprit is periodontal disease.
