You’ll likely have heard of tooth decay, but do you know what it is? The primary cause of tooth decay is how often you eat or drink sugar. The likelihood of decay is also affected by factors like poor oral hygiene, skipping the dentist, and a poor diet. The amount and quality of saliva you make also affects your risk of decay. 

The loss of one tooth may not sound like a big problem, particularly if it’s a back tooth that’s out of view. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. A myriad of problems accompany tooth loss, whether you’re missing one or several. 

 

In this blog, we’re discussing the changes that occur when missing teeth are left untreated.