Full mouth Rehabilitation:

About replacing missing teeth

When teeth are missing, it can affect the way the rest of your teeth bite together. The remaining teeth may tilt and drift into the gaps and food can be trapped in the spaces, which can increase your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. When many teeth are missing, the muscles of the face can become saggy, making it difficult to speak and chew.

Replacement teeth can be made to match the colour of your natural teeth as closely as possible.

Treatment options

There are a number of options after you have teeth removed including the following.

• Do nothing - accept the space and leave it empty.
• Have dentures (false teeth) fitted. These are removable plastic frameworks carrying artificial teeth.
• Bridges can replace missing teeth. These are artificial teeth fixed onto adjacent natural teeth.
• Implants are another option. These are metal "pegs" which attach to the jawbone and either dentures or bridges are clipped or screwed on top

The most appropriate treatment will depend on the number of teeth that are missing, where they are in your mouth and the condition of any remaining teeth. Your dentist will help you decide which option is best for you.