Introduction

75% of all adult tooth loss is due to periodontal disease. When your gums and bone are damaged by periodontal infection, there is less support for your teeth. As this support disappears, your teeth first become loose and then can be lost. When periodontal treatment is recommended, it is important to get started right away.

Natural teeth must be replaced

If the infection continues, you can start to lose your teeth one at a time. These lost teeth will have to be replaced with dental work, such as:

Bridges
Dental Implants
Partial Dentures
Full Dentures

Dentures

If tooth loss continues, it can lead to dentures. Many patients don't understand the full consequences of wearing dentures all day. There can be many problems with dentures including:

1. Inability to eat certain foods
2. Lowered ability to feel and taste foods
3. Lisping or clacking when speaking
4. Bad breath or smell
5. Pain or discomfort
6. The look of dentures
7. Self-consciousness and embarrassment
8. Looking old