Are DIY Replacement Teeth Safe?

If you’ve lost a tooth, your confidence was probably lost along with it. Replacing a tooth can be expensive, but don’t turn to do-it-yourself solutions to fill the gap in your smile. Many products are available and you’ll find many DIY methods online. Although you might save a few pennies, it can cost you your smile down the road. Here’s why it’s better to visit a dentist to replace your missing teeth.

Every Tooth Matters

Losing a tooth is more than an aesthetic problem. Every tooth is vital for a healthy smile. A single missing tooth can cause your jaw to shrink by 25% within the first year because it’s not being stimulated by the root. 

Your jaw will continue to deteriorate, which can change the shape of your face and cause you to look years older. Your remaining teeth won’t have sufficient support over time. They can shift gradually, increasing your risk of cavities, gum disease, bite problems, and additional tooth loss.

Risks of DIY Tooth Replacement

It’s important to replace a missing tooth as soon as possible, but don’t turn to at-home remedies. You can cause irreversible damage because some DIY solutions can harm your teeth and gums. They can also contain toxic ingredients that can affect your health. Not to mention, there’s an art and science to replicating a tooth. The slightest error can affect your bite, which can damage your natural teeth and lead to jaw pain.

Safe Solutions for Tooth Loss

It’s best to invest in proven results by visiting your dentist for tooth replacement. You’ll benefit from long-lasting results that look natural to improve your oral health and functions. Depending on your situation, you may be a candidate for:

• Dental Bridge: All-ceramic material is used to recreate the surfaces of teeth above the gum line. It can replace 1 or more missing teeth in a row by creating a bridge, which is held in place by bonding dental crowns to the adjacent teeth.
• Partial Denture: Prosthetic teeth fill the gaps in your smile using a gum-colored base that has a metal framework to clip onto your remaining teeth. It is removable, so you don’t have to alter healthy teeth.
• Full Denture: Your new teeth are affixed in a gum-colored base that rests on top of your gum tissue and uses suction to stay in place.
• Dental Implants: A dental implant replaces both the root and the crown of a tooth. They can be attached to bridges and dentures to treat several lost teeth.

Your dentist will create the personalized plan you need to rebuild your smile without spending your life’s savings.

About Dr. John Kuan

Dr. Kuan earned his dental degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry and has regularly continued his education in advanced services, like general dentistry and dental implants. He has the qualifications and experience to treat the most complex cases of tooth loss. If you’re ready to replace your lost teeth, request an appointment online or call (817) 587-4520.