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 27,536 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
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.