Fort Myers Tooth Replacement Dentist
A gap is easier to fix than what a gap turns into
A missing tooth
can affect more than your smile
Over time, nearby teeth may shift into the open space, which can change your bite and make eating or cleaning between your teeth more difficult.
The jawbone in that area can also gradually shrink because it no longer has a tooth root to support. If you’re considering Fort Myers tooth replacement, we’re here to help you understand your options without any pressure. Call us at (239) 288-7275 to get started.
Why patients choose EZ DENTAL for tooth replacement
A free exam and x-ray before any plan
We look at the gap, the teeth around it, and the bone underneath before anyone talks about treatment. That is what tells us which replacement options are genuinely available to you.
Several replacement routes under one roof
Bridges,
full and partial dentures,
implant-supported dentures and
crowns
are all handled here, so the conversation is about what suits your mouth rather than what we happen to offer.
No pressure to decide in one visit
Some people want the gap closed this month. Others need to think, or to sort out the cost first. Both are reasonable. We will tell you if waiting carries a real risk, and we will tell you when it does not.
Answers in English or Spanish
Our team explains the trade-offs between the options in whichever language you follow more comfortably, before anything is booked.
How teeth go missing
Gum disease
The most common cause of adult tooth loss, and the quietest. Gum disease destroys the bone and tissue holding the root in place, so the tooth loosens before it is lost. It is often painless until it is advanced.
Decay that went too far
When decay reaches deep enough that there is not enough sound tooth left to restore, removal becomes the only option.
A crack or an injury
A tooth fractured below the gumline usually cannot be saved. Sports, falls and biting something unexpectedly hard all account for their share.
A tooth that never arrived
Some people are born without one or more adult teeth, most often the second premolars or the upper lateral incisors. The baby tooth sometimes holds on for years before it finally goes.
Find out what your options
are
Free Consultations Available
A free limited exam and x-ray shows us the bone, the neighboring teeth, and the bite. You leave knowing which replacement options are open to you and what each one involves. This is where every Fort Myers tooth replacement case starts, whether you lost the tooth last month or twenty years ago.
Ways to replace missing teeth
A dental bridge
A bridge fills the gap using the teeth on either side as anchors. It is fixed in place, so it is not removed for cleaning, and it is a strong option when the neighbouring teeth are healthy and well positioned.
A partial denture
A partial replaces several missing teeth across an arch and clips discreetly to the teeth that remain. It comes out for cleaning, and it does not require work on the adjacent teeth.
A full denture
When an entire arch is gone, or the remaining teeth cannot be kept, a full denture restores the shape of the face as well as the ability to chew and speak.
Answers to your questions about Fort Myers tooth replacement
Do I have to replace a back tooth nobody can see?
Usually yes, and not for appearance. Back teeth carry most of the chewing load, so when one goes the work shifts onto the teeth that remain and the tooth opposite the gap drifts toward the empty space. The change is cosmetic last and functional first.
What happens to the bone where the tooth was?
The bone that held the root gradually loses density once the root is gone, because nothing is loading it any more. How quickly that happens varies between people. It matters because bone volume is one of the things that determines which replacement options are realistic later on, which is why an early x-ray is worth having.
How soon after an extraction should the tooth be replaced?
The site needs time to heal first, and how long depends on the tooth and on what the extraction involved. We will tell you at the extraction visit what the timeline looks like in your case, and in some situations we discuss the replacement plan before the tooth comes out so nothing is left to chance.
Will my insurance cover replacing a missing tooth?
Many plans contribute towards bridges and dentures, though coverage varies a great deal between plans and often has annual limits. EZ DENTAL is in-network with most major PPO plans, and our team reviews your benefits and gives you a clear estimate before treatment begins.
Can several missing teeth be replaced at once?
Yes. A partial denture replaces several teeth across an arch in one appliance, and a bridge can span more than one missing tooth where the anchor teeth are strong enough. When teeth are missing in different parts of the mouth, we plan the whole thing together rather than treating each gap in isolation.
The gap does not hurt. Is that a reason not to worry?
No. Missing teeth are painless by nature, and the shifting and bone change that follow are painless too. Pain is a reason to come in quickly, but the absence of it is not a reason to stay away. If you do have
a tooth that already hurts alongside the gap, mention that when you call.
Insurance and financing for tooth replacement
EZ DENTAL is in-network with most major PPO plans, and our team checks your coverage and provides a written estimate before treatment goes ahead.
If you’re paying out of pocket, or you would rather spread the cost, we offer financing through Cherry and CareCredit. Approval is quick, and payments are spread over time. Our team speaks English and Spanish, so you can ask about costs in the language you prefer.
Don’t take our word for it
Don’t take our word for it
Book your visit today
Modern, family-owned dentistry with clear answers and comfortable care. Schedule your visit today.
Our Fort Myers dentist’s office
18070 S Tamiami Trl, Suite 14
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:00pm
Friday: Closed
