{"id":8230,"date":"2019-08-19T05:05:02","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T04:05:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/?page_id=8230"},"modified":"2025-07-31T20:37:02","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T19:37:02","slug":"missing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/missing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Missing Teeth? Read About Replacement, Solutions, and Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you concerned about your <strong>missing teeth <\/strong>and looking for solutions, or maybe even the <strong>cheapest way to replace missing teeth<\/strong>? For adults, missing permanent teeth can cause problems with eating, speaking and appearance, to mention just a few\u2014so it\u2019s good to consider the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/restorative-dentistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"options for replacing missing teeth (opens in a new tab)\">options for replacing missing teeth<\/a>.<\/p> <p>You\u2019re certainly not alone with this problem, though. Recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dental-facts-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dental statistics<\/a> estimate that <strong>178 million Americans<\/strong> have at least one tooth absent, and about 40 million Americans have no teeth at all!<\/p> <p>There are several solutions that can <strong>replace a missing tooth<\/strong>, some cheap tooth replacement options, others more expensive, but each has its own pros and cons. You\u2019ll need to consider what\u2019s most important in terms of:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Cost<\/li> <li>Aesthetics<\/li> <li>Durability<\/li> <li>Comfort<\/li> <li>Convenience<\/li> <\/ul> <p>In this guide, we\u2019ll explain the different options for the cheapest way to replace missing teeth, and find out how much it is to get a fake tooth, so you can decide which is best for you whether you\u2019re missing a front tooth, back tooth, or several.<\/p> <div class=\"call_widget call_widget_default\"> <div class=\"call_widget__title\"><strong>Do you have missing teeth? Find a dentist available now for teeth replacement near you.<\/strong><\/div> <div class=\"call_widget__container\"> <p><a class=\"click_link\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to get connected or call <a class=\"phone_link\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">866-383-0748<\/a> (toll-free, 24\/7)<\/p> <p><a class=\"call-btn\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Call A Dentist<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <h2 id=\"is-replacing-a-missing-tooth-necessary\" \"is-replacing-a-missing-tooth-necessary\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">Is replacing a missing tooth necessary?<\/h2> <p>If you are one part of the 75% of Americans missing all or part of a tooth, you probably already understand some of the problems that this can cause, and replacing a missing tooth is the best option. A missing tooth can lead to:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Difficulty eating certain foods<\/li> <li>Self-consciousness over appearance, especially with a missing front tooth<\/li> <li>Increased risk of damage to surrounding teeth<\/li> <li>Speech problems<\/li> <li>Other teeth becoming crooked<\/li> <li>Greater likelihood of gum disease and cavities<\/li> <li>Deterioration of jawbone, which can make the face sag over time (worse when several are missing)<\/li> <\/ul> <div class=\"dentist-tip\"> <div class=\"dentist-tip__title\">Ask a dentist: What are the negative health effects of missing teeth?<\/div> <div class=\"dentist-tip__content\"> <p>It\u2019s a cosmetic disaster and the root of some unpleasant stereotypes, but the health effects of missing teeth are many and potentially serious. People risk increased damage to surrounding teeth, gum disease, cavities, the deterioration of the jawbone and even malnutrition:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The mouth is a critical part of the digestive process.<\/li> <li>When a person can\u2019t properly chew their food they are seriously taxing their gastrointestinal system.<\/li> <li>Acid reflux and a host of other digestive issues can erupt.<\/li> <li>For every five teeth lost, a person is nearly one and a half times more likely to show decreased intake of vital nutrients that can lead to malnourishment.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Dr. Hunter Dawson, Carolinas Center for Oral, Facial, Cosmetic &amp; Dental Implant Surgery<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <p>If you are missing a back tooth which isn\u2019t really visible, you might not feel like it\u2019s a big issue. However, the longer you have gaps in your mouth, the more likely it is that there will be negative consequences for your oral health.<\/p> <p>So even if you don\u2019t notice any immediate missing teeth problems, it\u2019s worth considering your options for replacing a missing tooth to protect your mouth from damage later on.<\/p> <p>The following animation shows how not treating a single absent tooth can affect other healthy ones:<\/p> <figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"> <div style=\"display: contents;\"> <div id=\"arve-youtube-paif9rl4_5g\" class=\"arve\" data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" data-provider=\"youtube\"> <div class=\"arve-inner\"> <div class=\"arve-embed arve-embed--has-aspect-ratio\"> <div class=\"arve-ar\" style=\"padding-top: 56.250000%;\"><\/div> <p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"arve-iframe fitvidsignore\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/PAIf9rl4_5g?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" name=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-presentation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-arve=\"arve-youtube-paif9rl4_5g\" data-lenis-prevent=\"\" data-src-no-ap=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/PAIf9rl4_5g?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\"><\/iframe><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/figure> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reasons for missing teeth<\/h3> <p><strong>Missing adult teeth<\/strong> can occur for several reasons. It might be an accident or injury which knocked out a tooth or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/chipped-tooth-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">damaged it beyond repair<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/tooth-decay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tooth decay<\/a> and gum disease may also advance to where teeth fall out or you need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/tooth-extraction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tooth extraction<\/a>.<\/p> <p>And did you know it\u2019s possible to have absent teeth because of a <strong>genetic condition<\/strong> called hypodontia? Also known as \u2018congenitally missing teeth\u2019, hypodontia causes one or more of the 20 baby teeth or 32 adult teeth to be absent.<\/p> <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-8231\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8879\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Lady-missing-tooth-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"missing front tooth\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A missing front tooth can be very noticeable<\/figcaption><\/figure> <\/div> <p>It\u2019s often the wisdom teeth that are affected by hypodontia, in which case missing tooth replacement isn\u2019t necessary. But for those who are missing one or more of their other adult teeth, often the second premolar or lateral incisor, this can cause problems if they are not replaced. You can learn all about hypodontia in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/hypodontia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">article here<\/a>.<\/p> <h2 id=\"treatments-for-replacing-missing-teeth\" \"treatments-for-replacing-missing-teeth\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">Treatments for replacing missing teeth<\/h2> <p>Now let\u2019s look at the various <strong>dental options for a missing tooth<\/strong>:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/teeth-implants-cost\/same-day-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teeth implants<\/a><\/li> <li>Bridges<\/li> <li>Dentures<\/li> <li>Veneers (in some cases)<\/li> <li>Braces<\/li> <\/ul> <p>If several teeth are absent in different positions, and you are considering your missing tooth options, a combination of these treatments may be the optimal solution to fix missing teeth.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental implants<\/h3> <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/12\/Dental-Impant-Bridge-image.svg\" alt=\"missing back teeth replacement\" width=\"300\" height=\"220\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You may want a bridge for a missing tooth<\/figcaption><\/figure> <\/div> <p>Dental implants are the replacement tooth option that\u2019s closest to a real tooth. This is because the metal implant is inserted into the jaw bone, performing some of the same functions as a tooth root. It fuses with the jaw bone to prevent bone loss and changes to the shape of the face.<\/p> <p>An implant can support a single tooth crown, or two dental implants can support a bridge of three to four teeth.<\/p> <p>This is the most expensive option for <strong>replacing missing teeth<\/strong>, but it\u2019s also very long-lasting. Implants should look and feel like normal teeth once they are in place. You\u2019ll need to take care of them with proper brushing and flossing, but there is no special cleaning required.<\/p> <p>Read all about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/teeth-implants-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">teeth implants<\/a> here or use our price calculator to get an idea of costs for the dental implants you need:<\/p> <div id=\"implants-calculator-container_block_5f2e1917193c1\" class=\"implants-calculator-container\"> <div class=\"implants-calculator currency-before-price\"> <div class=\"implants-calculator__actions\"> <div class=\"title\">Dental Implant Cost Calculator<\/div> <div class=\"options-list\"> <div class=\"options-list__item\"> <div class=\"inside\"> <div class=\"inside__topbar\"> <div class=\"icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-calculator_image size-calculator_image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/07\/2.svg\" alt=\"2\" width=\"27\" height=\"72\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-calculator_image size-calculator_image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/08\/2_hover.svg\" alt=\"2_hover\" width=\"27\" height=\"72\" \/><\/div> <div class=\"title-container\"> <div class=\"title-container__title\"><strong> Implant <\/strong><\/div> <div class=\"title-container__info\"> <div class=\"price\">$ 0<\/div> <div class=\"qty\"><strong>Qty: <\/strong><\/p> <div class=\"qty__control\"><span class=\"number\">0<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <p><input class=\"input-price\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"2000\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"options-list__item\"> <div class=\"inside\"> <div class=\"inside__topbar\"> <div class=\"icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-calculator_image size-calculator_image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/07\/1.svg\" alt=\"1\" width=\"27\" height=\"72\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" 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<span class=\"currency\">$<\/span> <span class=\"sum\">0,00<\/span> <\/strong>Total estimated cost<\/p> <\/div> <div id=\"piechart\" class=\"chart\"><\/div> <\/div> <div class=\"totals_list\"> <div class=\"totals_list__extras\"><strong>Additional Costs<\/strong><\/p> <div class=\"list\"><\/div> <\/div> <div class=\"totals_list__treatment\"><strong>Treatment cost breakdown<\/strong><\/p> <div class=\"list\"><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <div class=\"implants-calculator__actions\"> <div class=\"cta-container\"> <div class=\"cta-container__title\">DENTAL IMPLANT INSURANCE<\/div> <p><a class=\"cta-container__btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dental-insurance-usa\/dental-implant-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <strong>Save up to 50% with implant insurance<\/strong> Click here for more details <\/a><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <div class=\"calculator-disclaimer\">This tool is intended as a guide and all prices are approximate. Please visit a dentist for a personal quotation.<\/div> <\/div> <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All-on-4 implants for replacing all teeth<\/h4> <p>If you\u2019re lacking all the teeth in one or both jaws, or if any remaining teeth are in poor condition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/all-on-4-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All-on-4 implants<\/a> are a more affordable alternative to traditional implants. Using just four or six implants in each jaw, a full set of missing teeth replacements can be attached (know as implant dentures).<\/p> <p>If you need replacements for all your teeth, this option is more expensive than dentures, but it is also much longer-lasting and should let you eat like normal.<\/p> <p>If you\u2019re looking for specific companies known for providing dental implants, including all-on-4s, you can check out our articles on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/teeth-implants-cost\/g4-by-golpa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">G4 by Golpa<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/teeth-implants-cost\/clear-choice-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClearChoice reviews<\/a>.<\/p> <div class=\"dentist-tip\"> <div class=\"dentist-tip__title\">Ask a dentist: Why are implants the best way to replace missing teeth?<\/div> <div class=\"dentist-tip__content\"> <p>Dental implants look and function just like natural teeth and are the only type of replacement teeth that are embedded into the jaw bone. These artificial tooth roots stimulate the jaw bone the same way natural tooth roots do which keeps the bone healthy. This solid foundation enables the implant to function like a healthy tooth while remaining securely in place.<\/p> <p>It\u2019s also important to keep in mind that a dental implant is a complete restoration. There is no special dental care necessary \u2013 just brush and floss like you always do \u2013 and the implant\u2019s foundation will allow you to enjoy your favorite foods without worry. The crown is also designed to match the shape and color of your other teeth for beautifully natural-looking results. With proper care, your implant can last a lifetime.<\/p> <p><strong><strong><br \/> Dr. Sukhdeep Dhaliwal, DDS, MD, FACS \u2013 Kitsap Oral, Maxillofacial &amp; Dental Implant Surgery<\/strong><\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental bridge<\/h3> <p>A dental bridge is a kind of fake tooth that\u2019s supported by the neighboring healthy teeth, like three or four crowns joined together. The supporting teeth have to be filed down slightly for the bridge to fit over the top, then it\u2019s secured with an adhesive.<\/p> <p>It\u2019s also possible to get a bonded bridge with \u2018wings\u2019 that fix to the adjacent teeth. This is preferable if the teeth are in good condition and you want to avoid removing healthy enamel.<\/p> <p>Bridges are a good balance between price and durability, and they should look like natural teeth. A bridge can only replace up to two teeth at a time, so if you\u2019re lacking several in a row, then you\u2019ll need to consider another option.<\/p> <p>See our dental bridge <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dental-bridge-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">guide<\/a> for more information about this treatment.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dentures<\/h3> <div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-8237 size-medium\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Different-dentures-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"bridge or implant for missing tooth\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dentures can replace any number of teeth<\/figcaption><\/figure> <\/div> <p>Dentures are usually the <strong>cheapest way to replace missing teeth<\/strong> or even a full mouth of teeth. Also called \u201cfalse teeth\u201d, these cheap tooth replacements are removable appliances with any number of fake teeth attached to a wire and acrylic frame.<\/p> <p>Some people live happily with dentures, but others find them uncomfortable and have problems with them slipping out of place. Thus, you may opt for dentures as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/restorative-dentistry\/temporary-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">temporary treatment option<\/a> while saving money for a more permanent solution.<\/p> <p>You may also want to check out options like flexible dentures, which are said to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dentures-false-teeth\/flexible-dentures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">be more comfortable<\/a> than normal dentures.<\/p> <p>If you\u2019re trying to decide between dentures and implants, be sure to check out our article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/restorative-dentistry\/dentures-vs-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> that compares the two.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Veneers<\/h3> <p>Occasionally it\u2019s possible to use <strong>veneers to fix missing teeth<\/strong>, but only if there is a tiny gap left between two teeth. A veneer, either composite or porcelain, is applied to the teeth on either side to \u201cfill in\u201d the gap. In most cases, this is not a recommended missing tooth replacement option.<\/p> <p>Want to know more about how veneers, implants, and bridges are crafted? Read more about CAD\/CAM dental technology <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/restorative-dentistry\/cad-cam-dentistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Braces<\/h3> <p>Treatment to replace a missing tooth may also involve orthodontic work. If you have had a tooth gone for a while, the other teeth may have moved out of alignment. Braces can bring the remaining teeth back into their proper position before replacing the ones you are missing.<\/p> <p>This may be an optional part of your treatment, but remember, having straight teeth is not just about esthetics; it also makes it easier to maintain good oral hygiene. Your dentist will explain your treatment options and outcomes.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snap-On Smile for missing teeth<\/h3> <p>Snap-On Smile is a system that gives you a set of straight, white teeth that you can put on over your natural teeth. It is non-invasive, so no drilling or change to tooth structure, but it should only be used on special occasions or you might risk harming your natural teeth.<\/p> <div class=\"dentist-tip\"> <div class=\"dentist-tip__title\">Ask a dentist: What are my options for replacing missing teeth?<\/div> <div class=\"dentist-tip__content\"> <p>If you\u2019re missing teeth, it can make it difficult to chew and talk each day, along with really affecting your self confidence. However, you have options for replacing missing teeth. Common options include:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Implant restorations<\/strong>: this option is best for people who are missing teeth because of injury, gum disease, or any other reason. An implant is a metal post that is surgically positioned into the jaw to replace the root of a lost tooth.<\/li> <li><strong>Partial dentures<\/strong>: these are used when some natural teeth remain.<\/li> <li><strong>Full dentures:<\/strong> for if you have to replace all the teeth in one or both arches (upper and lower).<\/li> <li><strong>Implant retained dentures<\/strong>: unlike conventional dentures, these partials are anchored to fixed titanium posts embedded in the jawbone that mimic natural tooth roots.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Dr. Ashley Niles, Niles Family Dentistry<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <h2 id=\"what-does-replacing-missing-teeth-cost\" \"what-does-replacing-missing-teeth-cost\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">What does replacing missing teeth cost?<\/h2> <p>How much is it to get a fake tooth? It depends on the type of replacement, the clinic, and your insurance. Replacing a missing tooth <strong>can cost from $300 to $6,000+<\/strong>. In the table below, you can see a summary of the treatment options discussed above, as well as approximate <strong>costs for replacing missing teeth<\/strong> in these ways:<\/p> <div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-39653\"> <div id=\"wptb-table-id-39653\" class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" data-wptb-version=\"2.0.2\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"true\"> <table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-39653\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" role=\"table\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"525.55555\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"4\" data-wptb-table-directives=\"eyJpbm5lckJvcmRlcnMiOnsiYWN0aXZlIjoiYWxsIiwiYm9yZGVyV2lkdGgiOiIxIiwiYm9yZGVyUmFkaXVzZXMiOnsiYWxsIjpudWxsfX19\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" data-wptb-responsive-directives=\"eyJyZXNwb25zaXZlRW5hYmxlZCI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzcG9uc2l2ZU1vZGUiOiJhdXRvIiwicHJlc2VydmVSb3dDb2xvciI6ZmFsc2UsInJlbGF0aXZlV2lkdGgiOiJ3aW5kb3ciLCJoZWFkZXJGdWxseU1lcmdlZCI6ZmFsc2UsIm1vZGVPcHRpb25zIjp7ImF1dG8iOnsidG9wUm93QXNIZWFkZXIiOnsiZGVza3RvcCI6ZmFsc2UsInRhYmxldCI6dHJ1ZSwibW9iaWxlIjp0cnVlfSwicmVwZWF0TWVyZ2VkSGVhZGVyIjp7ImRlc2t0b3AiOnRydWUsInRhYmxldCI6dHJ1ZSwibW9iaWxlIjp0cnVlfSwic3RhdGljVG9wUm93Ijp7ImRlc2t0b3AiOmZhbHNlLCJ0YWJsZXQiOmZhbHNlLCJtb2JpbGUiOmZhbHNlfSwiY2VsbFN0YWNrRGlyZWN0aW9uIjp7ImRlc2t0b3AiOiJyb3ciLCJ0YWJsZXQiOiJyb3ciLCJtb2JpbGUiOiJyb3cifSwiY2VsbHNQZXJSb3ciOnsiZGVza3RvcCI6MSwidGFibGV0IjoxLCJtb2JpbGUiOjF9fX0sImJyZWFrcG9pbnRzIjp7ImRlc2t0b3AiOnsibmFtZSI6ImRlc2t0b3AiLCJ3aWR0aCI6MTAyNH0sInRhYmxldCI6eyJuYW1lIjoidGFibGV0Iiwid2lkdGgiOjcwMH0sIm1vYmlsZSI6eyJuYW1lIjoibW9iaWxlIiwid2lkdGgiOjMwMH19fQ==\" data-wptb-adaptive-table=\"0\" data-table-columns=\"4\"> <tbody> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-31\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\"><\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-32\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Implant + crown\/bridge\/denture<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-33\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Dental bridge<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-34\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Removable denture<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-35\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Permanency<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-36\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Implanted in the jaw bone, fixed in place<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-37\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Fixed to adjacent teeth; non-removable<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-38\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Removable<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-39\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Longevity<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-40\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>20+ years<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-41\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>5\u201315 years, possibly longer<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-42\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>5\u201310 years, possibly longer<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-43\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Comfort<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-44\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-45\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth if fitted well<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-46\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>May become loose over time and cause discomfort<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-47\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Appearance<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-48\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-49\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth (unless metal)<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-50\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>May look artificial; metal clips may be visible<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-51\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Function<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-52\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-53\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Like natural teeth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-54\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>Certain foods must be avoided; remove to clean<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-55\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Cost (private)<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-56\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>High: $1,500\u2013$6,000 for a single implant<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-57\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Medium: $500\u2013$1,500 per unit<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-58\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Low: From $300<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-59\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p><strong>Other pros\/cons<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-60\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>Involves surgery; small risk of infection<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-61\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Requires removal of enamel on neighboring teeth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1;\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-62\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"> <p>Can slip out of place; easy to lose or damage while removed<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-frontend-table-after\"><\/div> <\/div> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missing tooth replacement options on insurance<\/h3> <p>As you can see from the cost-comparison table above, quality options for replacing missing teeth are pricey. Thankfully, there are dental insurance plans that can help you cover some of those costs.<\/p> <p>Some plans that cover implants can cover 30% to 50% of the costs. That being said, no insurance plan is perfect and you will have to decide how much you are willing to pay for different levels of coverage.<\/p> <p>If dental insurance isn\u2019t the best way for you to cover the cost of your implants, consider a dental discount, or savings plan. These plans provide discounted dental treatment in exchange for a yearly membership payment.<\/p> <p>For help to find either a dental insurance plan, or a dental discount plan for your implants, you can go to <a href=\"https:\/\/aff.dentalinsurance.com?utm_medium=partner&amp;utm_source=aff%7Cdentaly&amp;utm_campaign=2549&amp;utm_content=missouri&amp;utm_term=button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow nofollow\">Dentalinsurance.com<\/a>. This online marketplace makes it easy to search for the best dental plans in your area.<\/p> <p>They also provide plenty of helpful information and videos explaining the different terms so you know exactly what you\u2019re looking at. And if you need extra assistance, you can call <a class=\"dental_insurance_phone-link\" href=\"tel:+8886260057\">888-626-0057<\/a> to speak with one of their friendly licensed agents.<\/p> <div class=\"mega-button\"><a class=\"orange\" href=\"https:\/\/aff.dentalinsurance.com?utm_medium=partner&amp;utm_source=aff%7Cdentaly&amp;utm_campaign=2549&amp;utm_content=miste&amp;utm_term=textlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener nofollow\">Find dental implant insurance now<\/a><\/div> <p>Medicaid may cover dentures and bridges, if they are medically necessary, and depending on the state you live in. Your Medicare Advantage plan might help cover the costs as well.<\/p> <p>Read our article on Medicare and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/medicaid-dental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dental Medicaid<\/a> to find out more about state and federally-funded health insurance.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to replace a missing tooth cheaply<\/h3> <p>If you\u2019re on a tight budget but don\u2019t want removable dentures, there are other ways to make dental implants more affordable.<\/p> <p>One popular option is to travel abroad to a country like Mexico, Hungary or Turkey where high-quality dental care is much cheaper than in the US. Patients can <strong>save 50-70% on their dental costs<\/strong> this way. To see if this would be a good option for you, check out our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dental-tourism-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dental tourism<\/a>.<\/p> <p>If you can\u2019t get the money to pay for your implants, you can also consider taking out a dental loan. With a dental loan, you get all the money you need to pay for your implants upfront, and then you pay back the loan, usually with interest, in installments over time.<\/p> <p>You can get started looking for a dental loan with the <a href=\"https:\/\/track.supermoney.com\/aff_c?offer_id=1618&amp;aff_id=1393&amp;aff_sub=mite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow nofollow\">SuperMoney<\/a> loan search engine.<\/p> <div class=\"mega-button\"><a class=\"orange\" href=\"https:\/\/track.supermoney.com\/aff_c?offer_id=1618&amp;aff_id=1393&amp;aff_sub=mite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener nofollow\">Search for a dental loan<\/a><\/div> <p>We also have a separate guide with more ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/cheap-dental-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">save on dental implants<\/a> and other dental care.<\/p> <h2 id=\"best-solutions-for-when-you-are-missing-a-tooth\" \"best-solutions-for-when-you-are-missing-a-tooth\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">Best solutions for when you are missing a tooth<\/h2> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replacing a single tooth<\/h3> <div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-8239 size-medium\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Man-with-missing-teeth-300x200.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Man-with-missing-teeth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Man-with-missing-teeth-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/08\/Man-with-missing-teeth.jpg 1000w\" alt=\"missing teeth options\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Implants, bridges and dentures can all replace teeth<\/figcaption><\/figure> <\/div> <p>If you can afford it, a dental implant is a natural-looking and long-lasting way to replace a single tooth without affecting either of the neighboring teeth.<\/p> <p>However, both dentures and bridges are suitable ways to replace a single missing tooth as well. They may not last as long as an implant, but they are more affordable.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multiple teeth missing<\/h3> <p>Dentures are one of the cheap tooth replacement options for multiple teeth. Even if you only have a handful of healthy teeth remaining (or none at all), a removable denture can fill in the gaps and let you eat and speak like normal.<\/p> <p>An implant bridge can be used for three to four teeth in a row, while full mouth implants provide a full jaw of missing teeth replacements.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Options for missing front tooth vs. options for missing back teeth<\/h3> <p>If you have a missing front tooth, esthetics become a more important factor when choosing your treatment. Are you wondering how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/restorative-dentistry\/temporary-filling-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fix a missing tooth (opens in a new tab)\">fix a missing tooth<\/a> in front?<\/p> <p>Ceramic bridges and implants, when made well, can blend with your natural teeth. Acrylic dentures don\u2019t look quite so natural. It\u2019s possible to get ceramic dentures, but this increases the price significantly.<\/p> <p>Another issue with dentures is that some metal wire clips may be visible, depending on the design. So the best option for missing front teeth is implants or a bridge, in terms of esthetics.<\/p> <p>Since back teeth are less visible, you can consider dentures or partial implants for missing back teeth solutions. Additionally, acrylic dentures, as a missing back teeth replacement, is a good option if you are interested in something more affordable.<\/p> <h2 id=\"conclusion\" \"conclusion\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2> <p>There are <strong>several ways to replace a missing tooth<\/strong> and we hope this guide has helped you work out which option would suit you best.<\/p> <p>One thing we don\u2019t recommend is doing nothing. Even if having a tooth missing isn\u2019t bothering you now, leaving the gap in your mouth could lead to more problems in the years to come. Your dentist or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/dental-services\/prosthodontist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"62287\">prosthodontist<\/a> will be happy to discuss all the dental options for missing teeth with you.<\/p> <p>If you want to learn more about the edentulous population in the US, you can read our post about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/percent-population-missing-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"66712\">percentage of Americans who are missing teeth<\/a>.<\/p> <div class=\"call_widget call_widget_default\"> <div class=\"call_widget__title\"><strong>Missing teeth? Find a dentist available now for implants or dentures near you.<\/strong><\/div> <div class=\"call_widget__container\"> <p><a class=\"click_link\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to get connected or call <a class=\"phone_link\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">866-383-0748<\/a> (toll-free, 24\/7)<\/p> <p><a class=\"call-btn\" href=\"tel:+18663830748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Call A Dentist<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <h2 id=\"faqs\" \"faqs\"class =\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the cheapest way to replace missing teeth?<\/h3> <p>Dentures, or false teeth, are typically the cheapest way to replace missing teeth. These cheap tooth replacements are removable appliances with any number of fake teeth attached to a wire and acrylic frame.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can missing teeth cause health problems?<\/h3> <p>Yes. The longer you want to replace missing teeth, the greater the risk for health problems like gum disease and tooth decay.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is missing teeth called?<\/h3> <p>Missing teeth is also called tooth agenesis. 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Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>Hindawi: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/bmri\/2017\/9378325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hypodontia: An Update on Its Etiology, Classification, and Clinical Management<\/a>. Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>thebmj: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/351\/bmj.h6543\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Austin Powers bites back: a cross sectional comparison of US and English national oral health surveys<\/a>. Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>ACP: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prosthodontics.org\/assets\/1\/7\/ACP_Talking_points_for_Missing_Teeth_1-12-15.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missing Teeth<\/a>. Consulted 14 August 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>Sunstar:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sunstar-Global-Healthy-Thinking-Report-2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Healthy Thinking Report<\/a>. 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Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>Hindawi: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/bmri\/2017\/9378325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hypodontia: An Update on Its Etiology, Classification, and Clinical Management<\/a>. Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>thebmj: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/351\/bmj.h6543\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Austin Powers bites back: a cross sectional comparison of US and English national oral health surveys<\/a>. Consulted 31st July 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>ACP: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prosthodontics.org\/assets\/1\/7\/ACP_Talking_points_for_Missing_Teeth_1-12-15.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missing Teeth<\/a>. Consulted 14 August 2019.<\/p> <p><strong>Sunstar:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sunstar-Global-Healthy-Thinking-Report-2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Healthy Thinking Report<\/a>. Consulted 11th September 2021.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <p><!--\/copyscapeskip--><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you concerned about your missing teeth and looking for solutions, or maybe even the cheapest way to replace missing teeth? For adults, missing permanent teeth can cause problems with eating, speaking and appearance, to mention just a few\u2014so it\u2019s good to consider the options for replacing missing teeth. You\u2019re certainly not alone with this &#8230; <a title=\"Are You Missing Teeth? Read About Replacement, Solutions, and Costs\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/missing-teeth\/\">Read more <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Are You Missing Teeth? 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