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Missing Teeth

Missing teeth can be the result of congenital absence (the tooth fails to develop), trauma, or dental extraction.

This problem should be corrected because it can:

1. Cause and improper functioning of teeth.
2. Cause premature wear of teeth.
3. Cause asymmetric alignment of the teeth.
4. Make your smile less attractive.

How Can Missing Teeth Be Orthodontically Corrected?

Depending upon the situation, the space can be closed with braces or opened for tooth replacement. A bridge or dental implant is used to replace the missing tooth if a space is created.