When you’re missing teeth, your ability to eat certain foods or smile are not the only concerns you should worry about. According to an article endorsed by the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, bone width exhibits a 25 percent decrease in just the first year after tooth extraction. In the next few years, bone width can reduce as much as 4 millimeters in that time.
While that may not sound like a lot, millimeters add up quickly when it comes to teeth. Keep reading to learn why it’s worth it to replace your missing tooth in Bonita Springs today!
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