Frequently asked questions (FAQ).
Each tooth has its own precise location in the dental arch. It contacts its right and left neighbours as well as the opposing tooth. After tooth loss, adjacent teeth tip towards the gap, creating unaesthetic spaces that promote gum inflammation. Bone and gum recession also occur. The opposing tooth overerupts and becomes overloaded, which can lead to mobility and tooth loss. Malocclusion may develop, causing changes and pain in the temporomandibular joint.
Dental prosthetics supplements missing teeth and reconstructs damaged ones. Its goal is to restore chewing function and improve facial aesthetics. Depending on the number and quality of missing teeth, different solutions are used. If the tooth root remains, the whole tooth can be rebuilt with a post and then a prosthetic crown. Missing teeth are replaced with dentures. Metal framework partial dentures are recommended due to their smaller base — they are healthier and more comfortable than traditional acrylic plates.