The main causes of loss of teeth They are those related to health and dental hygiene or due to some type of trauma. 

Lack of oral hygiene is the main cause of the appearance of cavities; when they spread, they destroy the tissues and cause the loss of the affected tooth.

Poor dental care also often causes periodontal disease, a situation that can end up causing the bone that supports the tooth to be affected. In this way the piece loses its grip and ends up falling.

A very different case is that of the loss of parts due to trauma. These types of accidents cannot be prevented, since they generally occur due to an accidental blow, largely during the practice of sports activities.

In the medium or long term the edentulism, the total or partial loss of teeth, can be a consequence of harmful habits such as tobacco, alcohol or poor diet.

Consequences of tooth loss

The loss of teeth entails a series of consequences, both functional and aesthetic, psychological or even social.

• Problems chewing food.
• Wear of dental pieces.
• Tooth movements, cavities, tartar and periodontitis.
• Bone loss, one of the main and most complicated causes, since it is necessary for the tooth to be fixed and healthy for the bone to develop and for it to receive the necessary stimulus so that it can maintain its density and volume. Tooth loss causes bone remodeling and resorption, so the tooth should be replaced as soon as possible to prevent acceleration of tooth wear.
• Digestive problems.
• Pronunciation difficulties.
• Discomfort when smiling, as it causes some patients to cover their mouth or hide their teeth and develop self-esteem problems.

Treatment of tooth loss

The loss of a tooth can affect you in several ways, both aesthetically and functionally. It also depends on the number and type of parts that are affected by these problems and the solution that can be applied. Sometimes it may involve the placement of dental implants,  bridges or even the removable dentures.

Based on the different causes that can cause tooth loss, there are a series of recommendations to prevent it: 

• Maintain constant oral hygiene.
• Follow healthy nutritional habits.
• Go to the dentist regularly.
• Be careful in activities that may pose a risk to your teeth.
• Adopt protective measures when practicing impact sports.