What should I do if I lose a tooth

The number of teeth in the human body is generally between 28 and 32. If the diet is improper or the teeth are subjected to external force, it is easy to cause the teeth to fall out. Although one or two fewer teeth are not harmful to the body, it will cause the teeth around the fallen teeth to tilt, eventually leading to malocclusion, and even pulpitis or apical periodontitis. So what should I do if I lose a tooth?

First, what should we do if we lose a tooth? First of all, if a single tooth is missing, we should go to the oral rehabilitation department of a regular hospital for treatment. The dentist will perform appropriate oral examinations, take X-rays, and take dental models. We will make corresponding design plans based on your oral condition for you to choose. Of course, these need to be done by a dentist, so you just need to choose a professional doctor with peace of mind.

Second, you can then follow the doctor's advice on the specific repair method. The main restoration methods include dental implants, porcelain bridge restoration, and removable denture restoration. Dental implants are comfortable but expensive; porcelain bridge restorations require grinding down healthy teeth on both sides; removable dentures are the simplest to make, but you need to take them off and clean them yourself every day. In short, each has its pros and cons.

Third, for dental implant restoration, you can choose immediate restoration or delayed restoration. However, it is generally recommended to delay restoration, that is, it is best to implant the tooth 3-6 months after the bone absorption is completed. The failure rate of immediate restoration is higher.

What should I do if I am missing a tooth? For porcelain bridge restoration, it is necessary to estimate the bite force of the teeth to determine whether it is necessary to grind out the width of the teeth on both sides of the missing tooth and then place a crown. Removable dentures are cheaper and quicker to make, but they take some time to adjust to the gums, so slight discomfort is normal. Removable dentures can easily lead to bone absorption and repeated friction on the gums, causing gum atrophy and oral ulcers. No matter which method is used for repair, it is fine, but it needs to be done under the guidance of a professional doctor. After the restoration, you need to be careful not to bite hard objects, keep your mouth clean and hygienic, and maintain periodontal health, so as to extend the service life of the restoration and have white teeth.