Premature Aging Due to Bone Loss:
Teeth help to maintain the jawbones and provide support for facial muscles. When the teeth are lost, so is the support mechanism. This leads to a collapse of facial structures. The chin moves closer to the nose and the skin sagas and droops. This leads to a premature elderly appearance.
Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that preserves and stimulates bone.
Tooth loss on the side (posterior) of the mouth is more than just an inconvenience. For women, especially, this kind of loss often leads to rapid bone deterioration in the jaw, creating both functional and cosmetic concerns.
When a back tooth is removed, the jawbone in that area no longer receives stimulation from a tooth root. Over time, the bone shrinks, affecting not just chewing ability but also your facial structure. This video demonstrates how this occurs and why early intervention is so critical.
Why Bone Loss on the Side Is a Problem:
Loss of support for facial muscles
Sunken cheeks or premature aging
Reduced bite strength and chewing ability
Makes future implant placement more complex
Impacts stability of bridges and dentures
Dental Implants Prevent Bone Loss
Dental implants mimic the function of natural tooth roots. By placing an implant soon after tooth loss, we can preserve the jawbone and prevent further deterioration.
At our Pasadena dental office, Dr. Michael Nugent helps women maintain oral health and facial appearance by offering advanced dental implant solutions for side (posterior) tooth loss.
Call today to schedule your consultation if you’re concerned about bone loss or missing teeth.