Are full dentures the best option for gum disease and unsightly gaps?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I lost a tooth 20 years ago and now have severe gum disease and unsightly gaps where my other teeth have parted. Are full dentures the best option?
Hi,
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Regarding your query, since you have lost just one tooth and you are still young, full dentures are not required. You can go for a cleaning (scaling) first and replacement of the tooth that you lost.
You can either go for a bridge or implant, depending on your needs and what the dentist feels is appropriate. Kindly consult with a general dentist or prosthodontist for the same.
For more information consult a dentist online
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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