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A member asked:
If you lose a tooth and you never get it replaced, other than for aesthetics.. why do you need to replace it?
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Lost tooth.: May impact on ability to properly chew food.
Answered 4/30/2016
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Teeth shift: When you lose a tooth, there is room for all the other teeth to shift around. This is not only a problem aesthetically, but it can create problems for your bite overall, which can lead to wear problems on your teeth and even to headaches.
Answered 7/10/2012
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