When you lose a tooth, the “invisible” part of your smile—the jawbone—begins to change almost immediately. Without the root of the tooth to stimulate the bone through chewing, the bone begins to resorb or shrink. Over time, this leads to “facial collapse,” making you appear older than you actually are.
1. The Cycle of Bone Loss
Within the first year of losing a tooth, the bone in that area can decrease in width by up to 25%. This makes future treatments more difficult and can cause neighboring teeth to become loose.
2. How Dental Implants Stop the Damage
Dental implants are the only dental restoration that stops bone loss. Because the titanium post fuses with your bone, it provides the necessary stimulation to keep your jaw strong and your facial structure intact.
3. Why Acting Sooner Saves You Money
Waiting years to replace a tooth often leads to significant bone loss, which may require a bone graft before an implant can be placed. By choosing an implant (90k–100k ETB) shortly after an extraction, you avoid the extra cost and complexity of secondary surgeries.
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