What Happens if You Don’t Replace a Missing Tooth?

Back when you were younger and waiting for your permanent teeth to come in, losing a tooth could be an exciting experience! Now that you’re older, however, a missing tooth isn’t such great news. With no new tooth coming in after it, you might be wondering if you really need to replace it. Even if you don’t think anyone will see that gap in your smile, the rest of your mouth will notice! As soon as you lose a tooth, health issues like gum disease, digestive complications, and bone loss aren’t far behind. Find out exactly what happens when you don’t replace a missing tooth, and what you can do about it!

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