Should Lower Second Molars Routinely Be Replaced with Implants?
Answer: Depends on you Do you miss the tooth? Do you have a tooth opposing it? In general it is a good idea to replace missing teeth with implants.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Depends on you Do you miss the tooth? Do you have a tooth opposing it? In general it is a good idea to replace missing teeth with implants.
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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) problem. Left untreated, this can wreak havoc on the rest of your teeth as time goes on.
If the missing tooth is the very last tooth in the arch (2nd molar -- if the wisdom teeth are gone), then a space has net been created between teeth. If it is a lower 2nd molar, then the upper 2nd molar may continue to erupt into the lower space causing trouble. If the missing tooth is an upper 2nd molar, then there may not be any resulting problem caused by the space.
As a general rule, here is how/when I recommend implant treatment:
1. Any missing teeth in front of the 2nd molars: Replace the tooth - restore the space (usually with implant)
2. Lower 2nd molar missing: Pt's choice - replace with implant or leave as space. If left alone and upper 2nd molar begins to erupt, revisit treatment options (no treatment, implant replacement, or no implant and extract erupting upper 2nd molar if all other teeth in dentition are healthy in every way)
3. Upper 2nd molar missing: Pt's choice - replace with implant or leave as space. If left alone and lower 2nd molar begins to erupt, revisit treatment options.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: 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) problem. Left untreated, this can wreak havoc on the rest of your teeth as time goes on.
If the missing tooth is the very last tooth in the arch (2nd molar -- if the wisdom teeth are gone), then a space has net been created between teeth. If it is a lower 2nd molar, then the upper 2nd molar may continue to erupt into the lower space causing trouble. If the missing tooth is an upper 2nd molar, then there may not be any resulting problem caused by the space.
As a general rule, here is how/when I recommend implant treatment:
1. Any missing teeth in front of the 2nd molars: Replace the tooth - restore the space (usually with implant)
2. Lower 2nd molar missing: Pt's choice - replace with implant or leave as space. If left alone and upper 2nd molar begins to erupt, revisit treatment options (no treatment, implant replacement, or no implant and extract erupting upper 2nd molar if all other teeth in dentition are healthy in every way)
3. Upper 2nd molar missing: Pt's choice - replace with implant or leave as space. If left alone and lower 2nd molar begins to erupt, revisit treatment options.
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April 21, 2019
Answer: Should missing second molars be replaced with implants I do not routinely replace second molars with implants. Most patients will do fine with first molar occlusion. This being said, it's really up to your individual situation and your preference. Your dentist can assess your situation and provide you with the risks and benefits unique to your mouth.
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April 21, 2019
Answer: Should missing second molars be replaced with implants I do not routinely replace second molars with implants. Most patients will do fine with first molar occlusion. This being said, it's really up to your individual situation and your preference. Your dentist can assess your situation and provide you with the risks and benefits unique to your mouth.
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April 21, 2019
Answer: Second lower molar dental implant replacement No. There is no reason to routinely replace a second lower molar. First molar bite/occlusion is perfectly acceptable especially If there is no UPPER second molar to bite against. However, having said that, your dentist or specialist will assess your bite to customize a treatment plan to suit your personal needs.
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April 21, 2019
Answer: Second lower molar dental implant replacement No. There is no reason to routinely replace a second lower molar. First molar bite/occlusion is perfectly acceptable especially If there is no UPPER second molar to bite against. However, having said that, your dentist or specialist will assess your bite to customize a treatment plan to suit your personal needs.
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Should Lower Second Molars Routinely Be Replaced with Implants? There are several factors that need to be considered when answering this question.The first question, and possibly the most important one is, is there a tooth opposing the site where the second molar was extracted? In other words, there is no need to replace this tooth with an implant if there is no tooth that it will be chewing against. Another question to answer is, is the missing tooth space already a good site for an implant or will it require treatment before an implant can be placed? In some cases, it may not make sense to consider an implant because the amount of treatment that will be needed to create an ideal implant site is just so extensive.
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Should Lower Second Molars Routinely Be Replaced with Implants? There are several factors that need to be considered when answering this question.The first question, and possibly the most important one is, is there a tooth opposing the site where the second molar was extracted? In other words, there is no need to replace this tooth with an implant if there is no tooth that it will be chewing against. Another question to answer is, is the missing tooth space already a good site for an implant or will it require treatment before an implant can be placed? In some cases, it may not make sense to consider an implant because the amount of treatment that will be needed to create an ideal implant site is just so extensive.
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