I'm looking to get dental implants but my upper molars are now touching my Lower gum because there are no teeth there.

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what procedures can i get to raise the back molars up to its correct alignment so I can get implants placed on my lower teeth in the back? Right now there isn't any space to put an implant because the back teeth have dropped and are now touching my lower teeth. Please help. I went to an oral surgeon and I feel like he was giving me the run around trying to make me do unnecessary things to make extra money. There has to be a way to lift the back teeth to make room for teeth on the bottom right?

Ira Shapira, DDS · Answer

The problem occurs when you don't have missing teeth replaced for extended periods of time.  The teeth continue to erupt until they come to the lower gum.It is difficult but orthodontists can sometimes push the teeth back up where they belong. It is also possible to cut the upper teeth back to their ideal position and crown them.  The issues are that you could need Root Canal Treatment if pulp is exposed.  You may also need crown lengthening prior to crowning depending on level of gum and bone after prepping.You have given an excellent example of why replacing missing teeth early is better long term.Ira L Shapira DDSDiplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep MedicineDiplomat, American Academy of Pain ManagementFellow and Regent, International College of CranioMandibular OrthopedicsChair, American Alliance of TMD OrganizationsThinkBetterLife.com

Prince Arrington III, DDS · Answer

No, the oral surgeon was more than likely correct.  When the teeth supra-erupt (extrude down or
up), they usually carry the bone with them. 
So not only are the teeth longer, but so is the bone.  Not only do you have to shorten the teeth to
make space, but you also have to reduce the bone.  Furthermore, depending on where the location
of the furcation exists, this is where the roots begin to divide, there is the
issue of whether bone reduction may create a periodontal problem.  Then there is the issue of shortening the
teeth, reducing the tooth structure enough to make space may require a root
canal. Intrusion of the molars (pushing them up) via orthodontics is extremely
difficult, but an orthodontist can best answer that question (I am a general and
cosmetic dentist); so schedule an appointment to see one soon. You have a very
complex problem, and to prevent the problem from occurring, I highly recommend
replacing missing teeth as soon as possible. Tooth migration does not occur
with everyone after extractions, but when it does, it costs more in the long
run.

Majid Jamali, DMD · Answer

Jaw surgery is required to push this segment up. You may need braces before to align the teeth. A section of bone is removed and your teeth are pushed up.

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