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So, you had teeth extracted and/or are missing a few teeth? No big deal, right? Do not fool yourself! There are plenty of issues that come with missing teeth in Brentwood, TN. You lose the confidence in your smile, you can’t chew the foods you use to enjoy, and so much more. Beyond these though, there are also adverse health effects to missing teeth.   What Happens When We Are Missing Teeth? From gum disease to infection, there are several reasons why you should consider replacement of your missing teeth! In many cases, the gums where the tooth used to be will get infected which will cause inflammation. This is known as gingivitis, commonly referred to as gum disease. Gingivitis can cause your gums to bleed when you floss, changes in your bite line, pain when chewing, pus to form between the gums and teeth, and other symptoms. This, of course, makes day-to-day life more difficult as the pain from chewing causes great amounts of anxiety about eating and can cause other teeth to loose ...

If you are one of the 40 million Americans that has at least one missing tooth, it’s important that you know that it’s not just aesthetic challenges you face. Most dislike the way the mouth looks with missing teeth, but there may be other, larger health risks that come with not replacing your teeth.   1. Shifting Teeth Each tooth works as a placeholder to keep the other teeth around it in place. Once a tooth is missing, the others can shift over time and misalign your bite. If you once had a straight smile, you may quickly notice that your teeth are out of alignment. When you lose teeth, it’s important to replace them quickly so the others don’t shift. 2. Oral Health Care Caring for your gums and teeth are so important to your overall health. Once the teeth shift and move out of alignment, it can be harder to reach certain areas to floss or brush. If bacteria and plaque are left on the teeth, you may quickly develop periodontal disease. This can lead to more los ...

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Dental fear or anxiety can be a serious concern for many patients. Being worried about your upcoming procedure can lead many patients to put off important dental care. However, dental problems typically don’t get better on their own, and putting them off will just make things get worse in the future. That's why we offer IV sedation! Any level of dental anxiety can feel the relief they need with our IV sedation treatment. 

 

 

Through specialized dental techniques and procedures known as bone grafting, you can restore a faltered jaw and enjoy the health you deserve. 

If you have been diagnosed with gum disease, you need to take action with the help of someone like Dr. Bill Akin, our periodontist in Nashville, TN

Nashville, TN periodontist Dr. Bill Akin and his team of professionals are ready to answer your most pressing concerns about gum disease.

Periodontist Dr. Bill Akin in Nashville, TN often recommends that patients follow a few healthy regimens and protocols to lower their risk of losing a tooth.

You may have heard the phrase, “the mouth is the gateway to the body,” but do you know how your mouth directly impacts your heart health? 

Learn how modern technology can improve the predictability and accuracy of dental implant placement.