Concern · Indiranagar & Bellandur

Missing or Broken Teeth

A missing tooth is not only a cosmetic gap. Neighbouring teeth drift into the space and the bone beneath it gradually resorbs, which is why replacement is usually recommended rather than optional.

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What people usually notice

A visible gap when you smile or speak
Chewing shifted to one side
Teeth beside the gap starting to tilt
An old bridge or denture that no longer fits well

What commonly contributes

Decay that progressed beyond restoration
Gum disease loosening the tooth
Injury or fracture
Extraction where the tooth could not be saved

This page describes what is common, not what is true of you. Only an examination can say which of these applies.

What a doctor may consider

Which of these suits you — and whether any of them is needed at all — is decided at the consultation, not from this page.

Dental ImplantsA standalone replacement that does not depend on the neighbouring teeth.Bridges & CrownsUses the adjacent teeth for support — quicker, and it does involve preparing them.DenturesFor multiple missing teeth, or where implants are not suitable.

What the consultation settles

Bone volume at the site decides a lot here, and it is assessed before any option is recommended. Ask what each route asks of your remaining healthy teeth.

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Related concerns

Bleeding or swollen gumsBleeding when you brush — the sign most people ignore.Tooth pain & sensitivitySharp with cold, or an ache that won't settle.Crooked or gapped teethCrowding, gaps, or a bite that doesn't line up.

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Questions patients ask about missing teeth

Implant or bridge — which is better?

Neither universally. An implant is standalone and generally longer-lasting; a bridge is faster and involves preparing the teeth on either side. The assessment weighs bone, budget and the neighbouring teeth.

How long do implants last?

They are intended as a long-term replacement, and outcomes depend heavily on gum health and maintenance. The treatment page gives specifics.

Does the gap really need filling?

In most cases yes — adjacent teeth drift and the underlying bone reduces over time. A dentist may still advise waiting in specific situations, and should explain why.

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