Replacing a missing tooth isn't only about looks — it protects your bite, your jawbone and the teeth you still have. Here's how to think it through.
A gap can feel harmless — but a missing tooth sets off a chain reaction worth getting ahead of.
Without a root to stimulate it, the jawbone beneath a gap slowly shrinks. Neighbouring teeth start to tilt and drift into the space, the opposing tooth can over-erupt, and your bite gradually changes — making chewing harder and future treatment more complex.
The encouraging part: there's a replacement option for every situation and budget. The right one depends on how many teeth are missing, your jawbone, and what matters most to you.
Each links through to the full details — we'll help you choose at your consult.
The gold standard — replaces the root and crown, one tooth at a time.
A full fixed arch on four implants when most teeth are gone.
Implant-anchored dentures that stay put yet lift out to clean.
Full and partial dentures, crafted for a natural look.
Fill several gaps while keeping your remaining teeth.
A fixed option that spans a gap using the teeth either side.
Book a consultation with Dr. Atwood and we'll map out the best way to replace what's missing — with a 3D scan to guide it.

Specialist prosthodontic care — implants, full-arch restorations and the smile you've been missing.
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