We use our mouths often in our daily routines. From eating breakfast, speaking to colleagues at work or school, and smiling at your favorite person, our mouths work ‘round the clock in our everyday endeavors. Without a full set of teeth, daily tasks such as chewing, talking, and smiling can become more difficult to perform. If you lose one, then a replacement tooth can restore your smile so it can continue functioning comfortably and effectively.
Eating Food is Easier With All of Your Teeth
Teeth work in unison to break down the food you consume, preparing it for digestion before you even swallow. The front teeth, or incisors, are used for tearing chunks from your food. The canines, located next to the incisors, are your sharpest teeth, and are used for ripping and shredding food apart. Lastly, the molars located at the back of your mouth are used for grinding food to make it easier to digest. A missing tooth could disrupt this unison, throwing your bite off-balance and making it uncomfortable and difficult to bite and chew your food. In most cases, Dr. Hakimzadeh will recommend replacing a lost tooth with a dental implant, which offers unmatched support for your replacement tooth to function more like a healthy, natural tooth.
Your Teeth are Important in Articulating Speech
When you speak, your tongue, teeth, and lips regulate airflow through the mouth. These three oral components work together to articulate words properly. In the event that one part is missing or malfunctioning, then your ability to articulate properly may be compromised. One or more missing teeth may cause a lisp, slur, or omission of certain sounds.
Smile Confidently with a Full set of Teeth
Teeth have a tendency to move toward the front of your mouth. The presence of surrounding teeth keeps each tooth in its proper place, preventing complications associated with shifting teeth. Also, a missing tooth can disturb your bite’s symmetry and balance, which can lead to remaining teeth drifting towards the empty space as they try to take up the slack. Missing and shifting teeth may cause changes in your jaw structure that can contribute to several cosmetic and dental health problems. Missing teeth from the more noticeable parts of the mouth affect the overall appeal of your smile, and significantly impact your self-confidence. Shifting teeth and empty root sockets in your jawbone can lead to diminished jawbone density and the risk of further tooth loss if missing teeth aren’t replaced.
About Downey Family & Cosmetic Dentistry:
Dr. Hadis Reyhani, Dr. Ben Reyhani, and Dr. Pasha Hakimzadeh, DDS, provide a wealth of combined experience, along with innovative technology and personalized care, to help improve our patients’ dental health so they can enjoy smiling again. To schedule a consultation, call Downey Family Cosmetic Dentistry today at (562) 472-2433.
