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Should Lower Second Molars Routinely Be Replaced with Implants?
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Replacement of second molars with dental implants
Second molars are functional teeth and important in efficient chewing. I think it is always important to replace the second molars for the following reasons:
Maintain chewing function
Preserve the bone
Prevent shifting of opposing teeth downward
If a patient does not have the opposing tooth, then replacement of the second molar only makes sense if the opposing tooth is replaced also. Having said that, where both the upper and lower second molars are missing, it...
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Replacing lost second molars with implants
Some oral surgeons and dentists do not usually replace lost second molars with implants. This could be for a variety of reasons, but in general, if you have a single missing tooth, it's best to replace it as soon as possible. I have often done implant cases involving second molars and it's a great service if you need it.
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Second molars should be replaced with implants.
Unless you are elderly, you should consider replacing your lost second molar with an implant. It will help to have it there when you lose your first molar, which will happen more quicly if your second is missing and not replaced.
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Repalcing Second Molars With Dental Implants
For Most people , second molars are functional teeth and are an important part of effective chewing. Loss of second molars results in bone and tissue loss if not replaced which ultimately may casue problems with the first molars. Also if they are not replaced and have an opposing tooth above or below, that tooth will erupt farther becasue there is no contact and that tooth will need to be removed over time. That being said, if there is no opposing tooth then there is no...
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Pick your choice for replacing missing tooth
If for some reason you have lost the lower second molar, replacing it can be a tricky question. One thing I would like to recommend is that you need to replace any missing tooth to prevent the movement of the adjacent and opposing teeth into the empty space. As a law of nature when you loose a tooth, the surrounding teeth will try to fill in the space. The first option to replace the tooth is by an implant as it does not involve grinding down other teeth for support and it is permanent. The...
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San Jose Cosmetic Dentist
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There's nothing routine about implants
Its not routine to have tooth loss and to need implants but We do place implants into those areas and they work very well. Should not be a problem for you if you need an implant in the second molar area.
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Implants to Replace Molars: When Should Implants Be Used?
Implants are usually the best option for replacing missing teeth. When a tooth is missing, it usually results in a space between two teeth. When this type of space exists, the tooth behind the space has a tendency to tip or fall into the space. Sometimes (especially if the missing tooth is a lower tooth) the space will cause the opposing tooth (the tooth that chews against the space) to erupt. The space creates bite instability, and oftentimes a periodontal (gum)...
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