Missing Teeth Archives - Glacier Centre for Dentistry

Young children aren’t the only ones who lose their teeth. The average American adult loses 12 permanent teeth to decay, injury, or gum disease by age 50! Here at Glacier Centre for Dentistry, we see this more than you may think. This is also more than a cosmetic issue; missing teeth can weaken your jawbone,…

The idea of having dental implants placed into your gum tissue and jawbone probably sounds painful. You may even be avoiding the procedure altogether for fear of how much it will hurt.

We’re each only given one set of real, permanent teeth. Though they’re meant to last forever, more than 40 million Americans are missing all of their teeth according to the American College of Prosthodontists. If you’re one of the many adults grappling with missing teeth in the Flathead Valley, you do have treatment options to…

Tooth loss is a serious and devastating problem that affects 178 million Americans. If you have experienced tooth loss yourself, you may be wondering which restorative procedure is best for your unique oral needs. If you live in Kalispell, consider implant supported dentures from Glacier Centre for Dentistry – they offer many different benefits with…

Just like there are many different reasons to get a tooth replacement, there are just as many ways to fill the gap in your smile. Dental bridges are one option you may have come across. How can you know if bridges are right for you?

Cosmetically, missing a tooth isn’t fun. It can feel uncomfortable or embarrassing to have a gap in your teeth. But besides lacking elegance, missing a tooth can be harmful to your dental health. This is why it’s important to replace the tooth with a dental implant, a dental bridge, removable partial dentures, etc. Your dentist…