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We offer finance interest free for up to 24 months

Dentists are in the business of saving them before replacing them.

But sometimes teeth can’t be saved. Missing teeth can adversely impact your appearance, speech, chewing ability, and self-confidence.

What are the consequences of missing teeth?

    • Loss of jawbone
    • Difficulty keeping teeth clean
    • Difficulty chewing and eating
    • Change in biting force
    • Grinding and clenching
  • Shifting teeth

At Shawlands Dental Care we offer several options for replacing missing teeth. The option you choose will depend on the number of teeth you are missing, and the condition of your remaining teDanescourt eth, gums, and jawbone.

Implant

If you are missing teeth and your gums and jaw are healthy, you may benefit from dental implants. A dental implant with a crown replaces a missing tooth or several missing teeth and is a great way to keep your jaw healthy, maintain a stable bite and restore your beautiful smile.

A dental implant is a biocompatible titanium rod that your dentist places in your jaw to mimic the root of a tooth. Over several months the jawbone grows around the rod and anchors it in place. Depending on the number of missing teeth you want to replace, a single tooth, dentures, and bridges can be attached to an implant.

Bridge

A dental bridge is an excellent solution for filling a gap in your smile as long as the surrounding teeth are healthy.

A fixed bridge is the most common type of bridge and consists of a prosthetic tooth in the middle of two dental crowns, which are permanently bonded to the teeth on either side of the gap

Dentures

When you are missing all or several teeth, removable complete or partial dentures are a good way to maintain your bite and restore a natural looking smile.

Your dentist will take an impression of your mouth either before extraction or after the gums have healed. The impression is used to fabricate your dentures.

Depending on your unique situation, the dentures may be fitted immediately after extraction, or more commonly after the extraction site has healed.

Do I need to replace my missing teeth?

If you are missing a tooth, the surrounding teeth begin to drift into the space. This makes your teeth more prone to decay and gum disease and can adversely impact your appearance.

After extraction, the bone that supported the tooth begins to shrink and gives your face a hollow look. The longer you wait to replace the tooth, the more bone volume you lose.

There are plenty of options for replacing missing teeth, but the option that works best for you requires an assessment of your dental health and collaboration between you and your dentist.

If you are considering a tooth replacement call us on 0141 632 1378. We are happy to discuss your situation and provide recommendations and a treatment plan for your unique needs.

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Got my implant tooth fitted here by Dr Ahmed and Lauren. Only in my 30’s and felt self conscious about having to take my front tooth out! Once I even lost it and had to walk around with my mouth…

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All staff are super friendly. Lauren and Michaela were extremely helpful in explaining all parts of the invisalign process and walking me through the different paths for straightening my teeth and fixing issues I have with my bite. I would…

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Super pleasant experience- the staff are dead nice and the place has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Everything was dealt in a very professional matter and rather quick. Waiting area is spotless and very comfortable. Two receptionists were extremely…

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This practice is honestly hands down the best I've ever been to. The staff are so friendly, warm and welcoming and the practice is very modern and clean. I hadn't been for years and am extremely phobic of the dentist…

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Had my tooth implant over 3 years ago here. Never had any issues with it. It’s not a visible tooth (far right at the very back) so not a big issue for cosmetic reasons but I eat more on that…

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Excellent staff - always very polite and smiling! My dentist, James, is fantastic. I couldn't be happier with the treatment I have received here. I definitely recommend!

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Highly recommend this practice and especially Alan Howie. I used to be terrified of the dentist but Alan is patient, understanding and calming. After avoiding the dentist for a long time, Alan made me a treatment plan and explained everything…

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Really friendly practice. Had a great experience with Dr Haroon Ismail having braces and other work done. Really happy with the results. Good, fair pricing and service. Highly recommend.

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I cannot recommend Shawlands Dental Care highly enough. The staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel completely at ease. They go well above and beyond for their patients - From Alex at reception who is both helpful and accommodating…

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This practice is honestly hands down the best I've ever been to. The staff are so friendly, warm and welcoming and the practice is very modern and clean. I hadn't been for years and am extremely phobic of the dentist…

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