Bone Loss and Facial changes Associated with Tooth Loss

People considering dental implants on Long Island have many considerations. There are a number of options to replace missing teeth on Long Island. These can include fixed and removable bridges as well as dental implants Long Island. One major advantage of dental implants is that they preserve bone. When teeth are lost, the loss of the tooth root results in a lack of stimulation to the bone. The lack of stimulation results in a withering or atrophy of the bone. The video below shows the facial changes that occur when teeth are lost and are not replaced.

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