Missing Teeth Consequences: How Gaps Destroy Your Smile & Face Shape (Dentist Warns)

What Happens If You Don’t Replace Missing Teeth? (Facial Collapse & Shifting Teeth Explained)
Losing a tooth might seem like a minor issue—until years pass, and the hidden damage becomes undeniable. Here’s what really happens when you ignore missing teeth:
1. Teeth Shift & Alignment Changes (Domino Effect)
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Year 1: Adjacent teeth tilt into the gap. Opposing teeth (top/bottom) over-erupt since nothing stops them.















