The Hidden Cost of a Missing Tooth: Facial Collapse, Bone Loss, and Why Dental Implants Are the Only True Fix
January 23, 20260
When you lose a tooth, the immediate concern is usually visual. You look in the mirror and see a gap. You might feel self-conscious when you smile, or perhaps you struggle to chew a tough piece of steak. Naturally, the first thought is to fill that gap. But what most patients don’t realize is that...
