It is a fashion that could be severely affecting their oral health…

It is a fashion that has been alive for nearly 60 years, and one that means a perfect smile is one without any teeth! The trend had its beginnings in tribal life, and has since made it to several different cities overseas – it is even seen as a rite of passage for teenagers! What these people do not understand is that missing teeth can severely impact their health and their life. At Curtis Couch D.D.S in Thousand Oaks, we do not condone the unnecessary extraction of teeth, as by doing so you can not only harm your smile, but also cause significant damage and risk to your overall health. We care about your oral health, and strongly recommend visiting us if you have any dental issues. At Curtis Couch D.D.S, we understand you want the best smile possible, and that means replacing missing teeth as quickly as possible…

Missing teeth impact your way of life…

Being able to eat whatever we like is a freedom we often take for granted, and a freedom we lose along with our teeth. When a tooth is missing, the support provided by that tooth is no longer available and as a result the surrounding teeth become weaker. This significantly impacts on the foods you can eat, and means you may miss out on important nutrients you need to keep your body and mouth healthy.

Speech becomes difficult…

Imagine not being able to properly speak, and have to resort to other means of communication. This is the reality for some who have lost their teeth – as our teeth provide structure and support to the mouth, and help us form the shapes of words and sounds within the mouth. Without teeth, it becomes almost impossible to speak clearly, which could have devastating effects on your professional and social life.

Missing teeth are not pretty…

Even if it is a fashion trend overseas, missing teeth will never be beautiful. In fact, by no longer supporting your facial structure, lost teeth create an aged and sunken appearance. Cheeks become caved in and the lips can no longer sit correctly, which can severely impact the esthetics of your smile. Remaining teeth in the mouth also shift in an attempt to close the gap left by missing teeth – this means your otherwise straight smile becomes crooked and misaligned, which can cause even more issues further on.

Lost teeth damage your oral health…

A healthy tooth provides strong structure to not only the surrounding teeth, but also help to stimulate the jawbone tissue underneath. When a tooth is lost, this void then causes the jawbone to become stagnant, and begin to deteriorate which results in bone loss. The gaps left by missing teeth are also more difficult to keep clean, which means those with missing teeth have a higher risk of developing decay and gum disease than those who have a full set of teeth.

Discover your perfect solution to tooth loss with Dr. Curtis Couch…

If you have experienced tooth loss and are after a permanent and functional solution, at Curtis Couch D.D.S we offer dental implants, which can fully restore your smile – esthetically and functionally. We are dedicated to ensuring you have a wide array of options for your dental condition, and if you are a suitable candidate, dental implants can provide you with a fully functional mouth with a tooth that looks and feels just like your natural teeth! To discover how you can reclaim your smile or to book an appointment at our Thousand Oaks dental practice, please do not hesitate to contact us.