Tooth Loss
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Tooth loss is the absence of one or several teeth, whether from natural falling out, extraction, or trauma. It can affect chewing, speech, and facial appearance.
Common causes: among the most frequent are advanced gum disease, deep cavities, blows and, in some cases, alterations of dental development.
Why it is worth addressing: the gaps left by missing teeth can cause the neighboring teeth to shift and affect the bite over time.
Whom to see? The dentist evaluates the overall condition of the mouth, while the implantologist and the maxillofacial surgeon assess replacement options; the orthodontist steps in when there are shifts. In the presence of one or more missing teeth, it is advisable to seek a professional evaluation to learn the alternatives that best fit your case.
Data on 26,171 doctors who treat tooth loss
Which specialist treats tooth loss?
Tooth loss should be evaluated by a dentist, who offers options to replace them; an orthodontist or a periodontist may be involved depending on the cause, a maxillofacial surgeon in more complex cases, and a pediatric dentist if the patient is a child.
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Doctors specialized in tooth loss
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
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Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Paola Muñoz Alejandre
Dr. Diana Delgado
Dr. Rosa Juárez
Dr. Alejandro García Ramírez
Dr. Daniela González
Dr. Victoria Lozada Saucillo
Dr. Erick Reyes Ramirez
Dr. Laura E Figueroa Melgoza
Dr. Hernandez Hernandez Cesar Joel
Dr. Gonzalez Juan Chaquibp
Dr. Isabel Alvarado Garza Lic Daniela
Dr. Garza Nancy Cabrera
Dr. Cynthia Lineth Gámez Vega
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is tooth loss?
Tooth loss is the absence of one or several teeth, whether from natural falling out, extraction, or trauma. It can affect chewing, speech, and facial appearance.
Which doctor treats tooth loss?
Tooth loss should be evaluated by a dentist, who offers options to replace them; an orthodontist or a periodontist may be involved depending on the cause, a maxillofacial surgeon in more complex cases, and a pediatric dentist if the patient is a child.