A missing tooth doesn't cause much trouble in its early years. However, in later years, it may cause a lot of problems for your oral and overall health. Most people who lose their teeth through traumatic injuries such as broken jaws are vulnerable to TMJ later in life. TMJ is mostly caused by injury from hard impact to the jaw, often leading to losing one or more teeth.
Once a tooth goes missing, its roots go with it. The blood vessels that went to the affected tooth also go with it. This means fewer nutrients and vitamins will flow through your jawbone, causing it to start deteriorating. As it reduces the bone mass, your temporomandibular joint starts to develop problems. The good news is that dental bridges have emerged as a popular choice among other solutions to TMJ problems worldwide.
TMJ and Dental Bridges
A dental bridge covers the space while providing support for the adjacent teeth. By using two abutment teeth on either side of a crown, it bridges the space. The bridge will prevent misalignment in your jaw by covering the space created by the missing tooth. A dental bridge will then realign your teeth and jaw, bringing back balance. It will also prevent bacteria from entering your jawbone through the missing space, helping you avoid even more problems.
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Many people who suffer from TMJ wait for the pain to get unbearable before scheduling a meet with our professionals. However, if you have scheduled visits with our professionals, we will diagnose any problem before it gets painful and more expensive to treat. We will also maintain the integrity of your dental implants, if you have any, to keep them working for a long time. Therefore, contact us and book an appointment to take care of your TMJ or any related dental issues.
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A missing tooth doesn't cause much trouble in its early years. However, in later years, it may cause a lot of problems for your oral and overall health. Most people who lose their teeth through traumatic injuries such as broken jaws are vulnerable to TMJ later in life. TMJ is mostly caused by injury from hard impact to the jaw, often leading to losing one or more teeth.