1. What happens in the area where a tooth is extracted?
Bone resorption begins in the jawbone after tooth extraction. While it may not cause major problems initially, issues arise in later years. Especially in those using removable dentures, bone deficiency makes it difficult for the prosthesis to retain properly. Teeth tend to move into the empty spaces, and when there are no teeth in the opposing jaw, the teeth elongate into the gap. As the elongated teeth move away from their normal positions, bone loss occurs, and gum problems begin, making tooth restoration more difficult. The teeth adjacent to the edentulous area tilt towards the empty space, reducing the distance between teeth, disrupting parallelism, leading to bone loss around the roots, and causing gum disease. As a result, while these conditions could be easily treated, the process becomes longer and the treatment becomes more difficult. Tilting of the teeth creates gaps between them; since these gaps cannot be easily cleaned, food accumulates, and tooth decay begins.
2. What problems can missing teeth cause?
– Nutritional Problem: If food is swallowed without being properly chewed, digestive problems can occur.
– Speech Problem: When sounds are produced without hitting the teeth, letters cannot be pronounced correctly.
– Psychological Problems: Shyness, lack of self-confidence, inability to laugh, unhappiness, and social phobia develop.
– Joint Problems: Problems such as joint pain and clicking sounds may occur.
– Deterioration of Oral Health: Changes in the position of teeth can lead to decay and gum disease.
3- Teeth and Speech
Speech is a vital ability that allows us to express ourselves, and teeth play a significant role in this. Sounds emanating from the mouth strike the teeth, ensuring the correct pronunciation of letters. The position of the teeth is particularly important for the formation of certain letters. The sounds “F” and “V” are formed by the contact of the lower lip and upper incisors, the sounds “D” and “T” by the tongue's contact with the upper incisors, and the sound “S” by the close proximity of the upper and lower incisors. Misaligned teeth or improperly made dentures can cause the “S” sound to transform into a “Ş” or “J” sound.
4- What are zirconium teeth?
Zirconium dental crowns, in addition to their aesthetic appearance, are biologically compatible with surrounding tissues. They are a frequently preferred material due to their strength and aesthetics. The aim of dental restorations is to solve the functional, aesthetic, and speech problems that patients have experienced. These prostheses not only provide solutions to health problems but also meet aesthetic needs. They restore the confidence of individuals who struggle in their social lives due to missing or damaged teeth, positively impacting their psychology and helping them express themselves better in social situations.
5. In what situations are crown restorations performed?
– In teeth that are decayed, broken, or have lost substance
– In cases of color or form abnormalities
– To close the gaps between teeth
– In cases where large fillings are present
– In teeth whose durability has decreased after root canal treatment
– To close gaps that form after gum surgery.
6- In what situations are bridge restorations carried out?
In cases of tooth loss, this is done by using support from adjacent teeth. The gap is closed with a bridge restoration by preparing the teeth on either side of the missing area.
7- How are Crown and Bridge Restorations Done?
Teeth used as supports for treatment are prepared to a specific extent. If the material used is not metal-supported, the teeth can be prepared with less preparation. During this process, temporary teeth are made to meet the patient's chewing, speaking, and aesthetic needs. During treatment, restorations are prepared by selecting the appropriate tooth color. Then, trials are performed and evaluated together with the patient in terms of aesthetics and function, and ceramic restorations are bonded to the tooth with special materials.