Dental implants are currently the popular solution for tooth loss, whether it’s a single tooth or an entire jaw. This method is highly successful because it does not affect the surrounding teeth or tissues in any way. Dental implants replace missing tooth roots using titanium posts. To ensure the success of dental implant procedures, certain conditions must be met, including:

The patient must be free from certain diseases that affect bone health, such as advanced diabetes and osteoporosis.

There must be an adequate amount of jawbone, which often deteriorates after tooth loss. If the bone is significantly eroded, as shown in 3D imaging, a bone graft procedure may be necessary to ensure sufficient bone volume in the jaw to support the implant. Additionally, through imaging, the doctor can verify the relationship between the future implants and the sinuses as well as the jaw nerves.

The Relationship Between the Vertical Dimension of the Face and Tooth Loss:

It is well known that when opposing teeth are lost in both the upper and lower jaws on the left and right sides, there is nothing to support the lower part of the face, causing it to collapse. This results in a reduction in the vertical dimension of the face, particularly in the lower third, giving the appearance of being older than usual, especially if teeth are lost at an early age.