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In our previous blog, we spoke with you about dentist-fitted mouthguards, and how important they are to help avoid accidents and dental trauma, as well as concussions.  But what happens if it’s too late – what if it already happened and you’ve found yourself with a missing front tooth? It’s important that you know your front tooth replacement options.

Dental 911 – What do I do if I knock out a front tooth?

If you or someone you love finds themselves in the midst of dental trauma with a knocked out (avulsed) tooth, here are a few quick steps to follow to give yourself the best possible chance for either saving the tooth:

  • Stay as calm as possible – we know this can be hard, but this will also help stop any bleeding as quickly as possible.  Try to think positive thoughts.
  • Find the tooth.  Pick it up by the crown (white part). Do not touch the root.  If the tooth root is dirty, rinse briefly with water
  • Attempt to place the tooth back into the mouth like it was.  Hold the tooth in place by biting gently down on a cloth.
  • If it is not possible to place the tooth back into the mouth in the original position, hold it inside the mouth between the cheek and molars, if this is not a swallowing risk.  Otherwise, place the tooth in milk.  Do NOT store the tooth in plain water.
  • Seek professional dental treatment immediately.  You can contact any 1st Family Dental location with available service hours to be seen right away.
  • Call 911 or seek emergency medical treatment for uncontrolled bleeding, or if you experience dizziness, fainting, confusion, or any other symptoms of a concussion.

 

Front Tooth Replacement Options: What are your treatment options if you’ve lost a front tooth?

There are many reasons we may be missing a tooth, but missing a front tooth is a special case to a lot of us.  Of course, as dental professionals, we know that all teeth are important, but we understand and acknowledge how important front teeth are.  They are visible – they are what others see when you smile, and if you have a missing front tooth, any of the front 6 (known to us as numbers 6-11), chances are you want to know your options to replace that tooth, ASAP.

Heal the original tooth:  This is, of course, the best possible option.

If you’ve knocked out a front tooth and sought treatment right away, there may be a possibility to save the original tooth.  In some cases, your dentist may try to place the tooth back into it’s original position, anchor it in place, and encourage you to avoid biting and give you other special instructions to allow the hard and soft tissue to heal back around the tooth.  It’s important to note that this may not be an option for everyone, and it may also not be successful.  Your dentist will ask you to come back for a check up in a few days, and may tell you to contact them right away if you notice your tooth turning dark or black, or any concerning symptoms.

If the original tooth can’t be healed successfully, there are a couple of other options available to you.

Dental Implant plus Crown

Dental implants are the best possible replacement option for a missing front tooth. They are strong, and designed to fuse with surrounding bone (called osseointegration).  Dental implants are designed to last for life.  A crown is placed over the implant, and if the original tooth is available, an impression is made of that tooth, so that the crown will look and feel like your original tooth.  Many of our patients have told us that people who did not know they had lost a front tooth were ever missing one.

However, a dental implant may not be possible right away, if healing from the dental trauma is necessary before implant placement.  Also, there is an average healing period of about 3 months after implant surgery before a crown can be placed permanently.  Never fear – you will not need to go home with a hole where your tooth was.

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In some cases, you may be eligible to have an implant in a day, with a temporary crown placed over the implant.  However, this may not be possible for a missing front tooth that bears a lot of weight and stress of biting and chewing.

An immediate removable denture, also known as a flipper, is an excellent interim measure to address the appearance of a missing tooth, while you heal and wait for the permanent crown.  An immediate denture is not designed to last a long time like a regular denture, but it is designed to help get you through until your permanent tooth replacement option is available.

Tooth-Supported Fixed Bridge

Another front tooth replacement option is a fixed bridge.  A bridge consists of a pontic, or the crown in the middle replacing the missing tooth, and two anchors that cover the two adjacent teeth and are cemented into place.  Bridges can last quite a while and also have a natural look and feel.  However, if the adjacent teeth are healthy, a fixed bridge would require the “preparation” or shaving down, of those otherwise healthy teeth, which can potentially compromise their health in the long term, and those teeth may eventually require treatment or even replacement.

Maryland Bridge

A Maryland bridge is not a common treatment option, but it is available in the event that the adjacent teeth are healthy.  This type of bridge consists of the pontic or crown in the center, and is attached to unprepared teeth by “wings” which are bonded to the teeth.  This is also known as a resin-bonded bridge.  This option helps to preserve the health of adjacent teeth and looks and feels more natural than a denture, but is not as durable as a fixed bridge or a dental implant.

Removable Partial Denture

A removable partial denture works the same way as the flipper described above, but is more durable and designed to last for years with good care.  A denture, like a bridge, will not replace the absence of the tooth, and it is likely that the other teeth will shift closer together.  This may cause gaps and the appearance and even the health of your other teeth.

The loss of a front tooth can be an emotionally charged event.  No matter what, we are here to make sure you have the best possible care to help you restore the health of your original tooth if possible, and if not, to ensure you have the best information and options available to take action and feel comfortable and confident in your smile.

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  • Anonymous
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    September 28, 2018 at 12:19 AM

    I WANT A BETTER SMILE.HAVE TWO TEETH MISSING IN FRONT.PARTIAL DON’T FIT RIGHT..NEED HELP.

  • Anonymous
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    September 22, 2018 at 4:31 PM

    I can only afford 1 front tooth replace at this time. What is the estimated cost

  • Anonymous
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    August 29, 2018 at 12:02 PM

    I have a missing bottom tooth. I have two on the side of the missing one Thats loose. I don’t want dentures. I need help fast. I was wondering if one implant was possible with two replacements. My whole mouth needs attention but I’m in the low income bracket. I have to do little by little can you help.

  • Anonymous
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    August 26, 2018 at 3:41 AM

    Hi. I was bothered why my front tooth didn’t grow until now. I am already 20 years old. As far as i can remember, i didn’t undergo tooth extraction ever since. Ty.

  • Larry brochu
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    August 18, 2018 at 3:34 PM

    Been missing front tooth for years. Im disabled .is there anyway you can get it fixed on timely payments married soon

  • Anonymous
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    August 15, 2018 at 2:16 PM

    my teeth are weak can I replace them?

  • Anonymous
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    August 8, 2018 at 12:09 PM

    Hi, my front 7 to number 10 tooth is gone. I have a beautiful permanent bridge for teeth. The problem is I bit down on something and cracked it. My dentist is saying from start to finish will cost 6,000 for new. I don’t have 6,000. What are my options.

  • Kg
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    August 6, 2018 at 3:55 PM

    How long my brown front teeth will take to hell for me to put in an partial denture ? I’m really embarrassed to have short front teeth Which is also dark I’m afraid to even talk to people most of the times 🤧

  • Shakeria Johnson
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    June 10, 2018 at 7:53 PM

    How much will it.cost to get my 2front teeth bck

  • Sherlyn
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    April 30, 2018 at 7:42 PM

    I have a missing front tooth and I’m 11 years old and I was wondering if you can replace it.

    • Darnisha Agee
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      August 16, 2018 at 8:01 PM

      Did you ever get it replaced ?

  • ngoc-phanh
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    April 9, 2018 at 4:56 AM

    Hi I have some missing teeth and broken teeth and hole in my teeth can u guy fix it and replacement some missing teeth and fix broken teeth and hole in the teeth.

  • Deanna
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    April 5, 2018 at 11:32 AM

    I have only a broke tip of front top think # 10 tooth missing the tooth is still intact to gum etc and I have been maintaining it to prevent discoloration and its pretty hollowed out. What are my options im really dont want to extract it if possible teeth on either side are in good condition. I don’t know if I can just do a cap or crown as it is only the tip surface broke off.

  • Chadwick Wolfe
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    March 24, 2018 at 9:44 PM

    My front crown fell off when I got it fixed,when it was half chipped. Can they recement the crown on?

  • Nojia Sparrow
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    March 16, 2018 at 12:55 AM

    I live in portsmouth va. In 2013 i was at work had a seizure went to hospital they released me n let me go on my own. I was outside waiting on my ride and next thing i know im back in the hospital with a missing front tooth. I dont think they bothered to look for it or anything. Its been almost 5 years and instill not comfortable looking like this and would love to have all my teeth again so i can smile

  • Hollie
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    March 13, 2018 at 1:42 AM

    I got half my tooth knocked out all way to the pulp when I was 18 they left the tooth put a temporary ome over it I am 27 yrs old still have temporary but it’s causing problems and pain I fear it’s goin to fall out soon My question is will I be able to get a permenant after all these years?

  • Tina
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    March 8, 2018 at 6:13 AM

    I recently had a root canal on my front tooth. I am nervously awaiting a crown. Will this be noticeable and do you always have to have a crown I’m reading that you don’t. This is destroying my life as it’s all I can think about.

  • Kishore
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    February 17, 2018 at 11:01 PM

    Hiii diz kishore my front has been break in accident so I had implant treatment . Now I need to replace my tooth by natural . Is there any chance replace one person teeth another person thanku

  • naz
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    February 2, 2018 at 5:51 PM

    I am afraid my front tooth Is going to fall out. The dentist said to get my teeth cleaned and then root canal, wait unil the tooth is dead or healed then get my front two teeth replaced which means built in the surgery to match my other teeth. This is too long and I can’t have time off work. My tooth has dropped further what you should I do?

  • Robyn Cooney
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    January 26, 2018 at 9:59 PM

    Hello my name is Robyn I had my front right tooth repaired twice now the military put a titanium screw in and a crown this fell out roughly four years later. Then the VA dentist made a new crown and put it on the same post. Now less than two years later that one is loose and moves if you tap on it with the other teeth. What would be my best option?
    Thanks for any help in advance.

  • Diane edwards
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    January 24, 2018 at 6:27 AM

    I had front tooth extracted. She is doing partial. The temporary is great. Is this all right before an implant

  • Brad
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    January 17, 2018 at 10:03 PM

    What is a person options if they have lost both front teeth?

    My dentist provided me with a partial for now and he said he wanted to see how my gums healed or drop down before we talked about other options.

    Can implants be done if they are side by side like two front teeth?

  • Cheryl Edwards
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    October 5, 2017 at 11:35 PM

    My husband 74 with Myasthenia Gravis and mild dementia. He has lost a front tooth and can not tolerate the flipper he was fitted with (produces lots of saliva) and now is considering implant. With his condition in mind, do you think he is a good candidate for implant? I know that good oral care is absolutely necessary for care especially after an implant. He also uses a BPap at night for sleep apnea. The oral surgeon offers no concerns and is waiting for our decision. Do you think a Maryland Bridge would be a viable option for him? Lots to ask and we can’t avail ourselves of your services due to the distance. So your kind reply would be so appreciated. Cheryl E

  • Emily
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    September 28, 2017 at 2:43 PM

    Hi,am Emily from Kenya,I lost my front teeth 20 yrs ago and there are some pieces that remained in the gums..can they be removed and i get a replacement.it doesn’t hurt but sometimes there’s a swelling that appears on the gum and disappears.kindly help

    • Emmarell
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      January 5, 2018 at 3:08 PM

      Yes, the pieces can be removed by an Oral Surgeon.

  • Jamie
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    September 16, 2017 at 7:18 PM

    I am Jamie Massengill, I had a root canal and crown about 13 years ago. The tooth under the crown is starting to show and the tooth has turned rotten, it doesn’t make my breath smell, but if I kinda suck my tooth it has a bad taste, and its starting to hurt more and worse. I use to be able to take a Goody’s powder or 2 and be good for a while. I don’t have insurance or much money, I can put down a little money up front, then I could make payments … Please could you call me and fix it or help me get it fixed.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      September 18, 2017 at 3:34 PM

      Thank you for the comment, Jamie. For privacy purposes we’ve hidden your phone number from this comment, but a member of our team will call you to get a consultation scheduled.

  • stanley
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    September 16, 2017 at 7:52 AM

    Greetings!! i’m call stanley,please i really need direction, i lost all my incisor and canine( front tooth) for about 15yrs today. i’m 25 years of age, is really traumatizing me cuz i don’t feel free been with people. pls i really want to know how i can get the tooth replace. thank

    • 1st Family Dental
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      September 18, 2017 at 2:53 PM

      Stanley, thanks for your comment. If you are in the Chicago area, please call us to schedule a free tooth replacement consultation and we’ll be able to discuss your options.

  • Dr. Reza Malekzadeh DDS
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    September 15, 2017 at 12:44 PM

    Patients should know their options, the costs and the pros and cons associated with each dental solution.

  • Berniece
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    August 11, 2017 at 3:26 PM

    I have a front tooth that is loose. It’s hanging down. I try not to bite down with it and I hate the way it looks. I feel like people are judging me. I really am in need to see a dentist but can not afford one at the moment. Is there anyway I can avoid loosing it. Please help!

    • 1st Family Dental
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      August 15, 2017 at 11:56 AM

      Hi Berniece, sorry to hear about your loose front tooth! Call us to book a free consultation and one of our dentists would be happy to advise you.

  • Vela
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    July 30, 2017 at 9:52 AM

    Hi. lm Vela from Johannesburg, South Africa. Im 39
    When l was 15 l fell and my front teeth became loose . Now they are too loose , painful and not straight. Is there any chance of making them firm and straight?

  • Parker
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    July 23, 2017 at 9:30 PM

    I am now 35. when I was 14, I flipped over my bikes handle bars and knocked out my 2 front teeth. They’ve last greatly, up til now. They bleed horribly now. I will be making an appointment tomorrow for asap bc this is scary for me.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      July 24, 2017 at 11:01 PM

      Parker, sorry to hear about your front teeth! Yes, please schedule a free consultation as soon as possible so one of our dentists can take a look. If you have any questions, feel free to email me directly at vicky@1fd.org. Thanks!

      Warm Regards,
      Vicky K. (Marketing Director)

  • Sabrina
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    June 22, 2017 at 9:36 AM

    Hey my name is Sau. I had my missing tooth in 2years but i haven’t being replaced so I’m looking forward to replace it. If there’s any chance for me please. N also I lived in Fairfield n I would like to visit to ur office to discuss this. I don’t drive please let me know if u have another company here close to my area2165.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      June 22, 2017 at 4:24 PM

      Hi Sau, We currently have 13 offices in the Chicago, IL area, you can see which one is closest to you here: https://ffdblog.wpengine.com/locations. We’d love to see you – email Vicky K. (marketing director) at vicky@1fd.org if you’d like to schedule a free tooth replacement consultation and we’ll be happy to get you scheduled.

  • Sam Ondieki
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    June 14, 2017 at 10:32 AM

    Hi, I am Sam in Nairobi Kenya, East Africa. My son Lucca , 8, was playing with his friend last night and so he fell and knocked out his front tooth. We couldnt find a dentist over night though we tried a few hospitals. Please help me replace it. We are so traumatized by the experience. Thank you!

    • 1st Family Dental
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      June 22, 2017 at 4:33 PM

      Hi Sam, Sorry to hear about your son. Our offices are located in the Chicago, IL area but we hope your son was able to get the care he needs.

  • Tiffany harris
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    June 5, 2017 at 5:34 AM

    I need replacement teeth on bottom and top row, and I wanted to know how can I go about getting my teeth fixed in my price range.

  • Sally
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    May 27, 2017 at 2:37 PM

    My front tooth has fallen out what do i do

  • Sally
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    May 27, 2017 at 2:33 PM

    My front tooth has fallen out what’s my best option

    • 1st Family Dental
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      May 30, 2017 at 12:39 PM

      Hi Sally, are you in the Chicago area? Call us today and let’s get you in for a consultation. You can email me at vicky@1fd.org, as well.

  • Elaine Sexton
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    May 25, 2017 at 8:33 PM

    I have a front tooth that the gum line is receeding. It’s loose and will probably fall out on its own. How soon can I be fitted for a partial. Is there anyway to save the tooth? Please help me!

    • 1st Family Dental
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      May 30, 2017 at 12:37 PM

      Hi Elaine, let’s get you scheduled for a free consultation. Please email me at vicky@1fd.org with your contact info and I’ll have a member of our team call you. Thanks!

  • Baraka
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    May 15, 2017 at 10:16 AM

    what lm trying to is someone has a missing tooth,how he/she is going to get help? because l have missing teeth and is really discouraging.I kindly need a help!!!

    • 1st Family Dental
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      May 15, 2017 at 1:46 PM

      Baraka, the first step would be to call us and book a free consultation. We’ll take a look at your mouth and discuss some options to best help you get those teeth replaced. We look forward to speaking with you!

  • Jeanna Anderson
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    April 27, 2017 at 7:38 AM

    I am so happy to find this blog. I desperately need a google opinion. About 26 years ago I fell and kind of bit the dresser as I fell. Which knock my front tooth loose my 7 totally out and the 8 was loose as well. My 7 come out perfect no chip or damage a perfect tooth root was perfect no damage. It was late at night so I immediately put the tooth in milk.Went to my dentist the next day.He did root canals on the loose teeth.And he put the 7 back in and bonded to the back of the teeth beside it. Since then I had to have a crown on my very front tooth beside the #7. So it was still bonded to one tooth.About a month ago I was eating pretzels and half of #7 broke off. So now I only have a little piece beside the front tooth which has a crown. I have seen and received quotes from 2 dentists for an implant and 1 dentist wanted to replace my front tooth crown with an implant along with the #7?? I didn’t understand why he wanted to remove a perfect crown. For money since my quote was $15,000 and I only want the broken tooth fixed nnothing else my other teeth are fine. I would love to just have it crowned but I am worried I don’t have enough of the tooth left for a crown.I am not able to spend a lot of money on it right now.But I have always been very picky about my teeth and spent almost $5000 already on the 3 teeth. But I am not financially able to do that right now. PLEASE HELP WITH YOUR OPINION ON MY OPTIONS FOR A QUICK FIX. I have been so embarrassed to go out unless I have to. It’s going on 2 months and I desperately need a professional honest opinion. It as if the dentist only want to make money.Unlike it was years ago when they actually cared about their patients. Thanks in advance for your assistance. I greatly appreciate your time.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      April 28, 2017 at 2:00 PM

      Thanks for the question, Jeanna. We can’t provide a recommendation without seeing you and your teeth, but don’t be afraid to tell your dentist how you’re feeling and what you’re looking for. Also, listen to their medical recommendation. Trust is very important so if you believe they are making a recommendation based on making more money then it would be best to get other opinions. If you’re in the Chicagoland area, we’d be happy to give you a free consultation and provide you with our professional recommendation. Good luck and let us know if we can help.

  • joy
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    April 19, 2017 at 1:42 PM

    please my name is joy and am 23years old but always find it difficult to laugh in public because I have a bad dentition…. my first four upper teeth are not in one line,2 are smaller and below while other 2 are very big like that of rabbit… I feel bad each time I look at it in the mirror. please can it be rearranged to be in one line

    • 1st Family Dental
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      April 20, 2017 at 12:23 PM

      Hi Joy, We’d be happy to take a look for you. Are you in the Chicago, IL area?

  • Debra
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    March 5, 2017 at 2:38 PM

    Yes. I’m getting ready to lose a top, front tooth. I see that u have several options for replacing the tooth. Can u tell me approximately what each one of those procedures will cost? Thank u for ur time. Debra.

  • Bobby Willis
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    March 3, 2017 at 12:57 PM

    What about a front tooth thats longer than the other,what can be done.

  • Abbas
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    March 1, 2017 at 3:45 PM

    Hi there, my name is Abbas. I am about 15 years old and I had a terrible accident a couple years ago which caused me to fall face first resulting in one of my front incisors to become wobbly. I was really silly and pulled the tooth out entirely causing the gap to fill up. Now, my front set looks like this: I am missing 1 maxillary central incisor and another one is partially broken. Which one of the methods will work for me?

  • Star
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    February 26, 2017 at 11:07 PM

    I have all my front teeth I just want them out and new ones put in

  • James
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    February 18, 2017 at 8:22 AM

    Im james and i was fightin and my front tooth on the right was knocked out well broke in half and i pulled it out amd had the root removed but in january this all happend i am 15 and live in cleveland,ohio is there any way i can get a implant

    • 1st Family Dental
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      February 18, 2017 at 9:58 AM

      James – we’re sorry to hear about your tooth. A dental implant could be a good option for you, but depends on a number of factors. Have you spoken with your dentist? What did they recommend? If your dentist doesn’t perform implants then call a few dentists in your area and see if any do free consultations. That will help you get an idea of your options and costs.

  • jayasuriya gobson
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    December 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM

    Hi i am jayasuriya gibson from barbados ,me and my friends were playing wrestling one day in they house.I didn’t see that my friend was running into me and hit my mouth into the door and my front tooth came out but i could’nt find the piece of the tooth that was chip.that was when i was 9.Now i am 13 years,when i was at secondary school the tooth just shaked and shaked and came out.Now i have no front tooth.I would like to know what i can do to get a replacement front tooth.I have no part of the tooth.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      December 30, 2016 at 3:02 PM

      Jayasuriya, As mentioned in the blog post, you could have a few different options. We’d recommend discussing with your local dentist.

  • Victoria
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    December 29, 2016 at 4:43 PM

    My significant other lost one of his front teeth. His teeth are not healthy, and he knows he will have to eventually do something drastic dental surgery (whether it be removing all and getting dentures or being able to veneer/cap them he does not know) what would be his best option considering he doesnt have teeth that can support a bridge? Can you get a tooth implant when surrounding teeth are in decay?

    • 1st Family Dental
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      December 30, 2016 at 1:54 PM

      Victoria, thank you for your question. A dental implant could be a possible option but we wouldn’t know for sure without seeing him. Are you in the Chicago area? We can get you scheduled for a free consultation. Email me at vicky@1fd.org if you’d like to get something scheduled.

  • Marie
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    December 18, 2016 at 8:27 PM

    Yes I’m 49 and have terrible teeth to add to this I’m from the UK and going back about 8 yes now I was hanging curtians when I fell through the chair I was standing on and I hit the side of my face knocked myself clean out luckily I landed on my sofa but since then around six of my front teeth have fell out over he years I’ve had dental plate ect but they just make me gag and suck so now I’m left looking like a 60 yr old instead of my age I don’t go out any more most of my other teeth are descusting anyhow so my days now are just being indoors and to emmbarred to go out let alone chat to anyone I’m not financially well off but was wondering as I’m a smoker and also very over weight which would be the best options for me if I was going to have something done taking into account I don’t want dentures ty kind regards

    • 1st Family Dental
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      January 20, 2017 at 3:48 PM

      Marie – thanks for sharing your story. If you don’t want dentures then there are a few other options to consider. Call a few dental offices near you and ask if they provide free consultations – if you’re in the Chicago, IL area, then give us a call and we’d be happy to look at your situation and provide you with a recommendation.

  • Maggie
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    November 28, 2016 at 1:36 PM

    After reading all of these options, I think that I might want to get a dental implant. It sounds like the best bang for your buck since it lasts so long. Plus, I’m not too financially strapped, so I’m not worried about the cost of the procedure.

  • Belinda Schulz
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    November 6, 2016 at 11:00 AM

    It’s bad enough loosing a tooth, it’s more of a trouble loosing a a front tooth especially if it’s your incisors as they do the cutting and biting. Implant is a good option for this . Thank you for sharing a wonderful article, it had a lot of insights and options on what a patient may likely to have.

  • Ana
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    October 11, 2016 at 5:35 PM

    Hi. I have a healthy 14yr. old lose her front tooth due to a basketball injury. The tooth broke in 1/2 all the way to the root and it could not be saved. She saw her dentist within 30min. and an endodontic expert within 2hrs. Presently, her tooth is glued to the sides of her real teeth. After some work on the root we need to look at longtern..any ideas you can share it’s been such an emotional roller. thx.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      October 11, 2016 at 8:08 PM

      Ana, thank you for the comment and we’re sorry to hear about your daughter’s tooth. It’s difficult to say without seeing your daughter’s mouth. Are you in the Chicago area? We’d be happy to provide you with a free consultation.

  • Aoi
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    September 13, 2016 at 1:04 AM

    Ive been searching for a good blog by a fellow dentist, and this is one of them

  • Matthew
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    August 24, 2016 at 4:16 PM

    I work with a dentist with Wichita, KS. who does implants and I just had to compliment you on your site. It is REALLY gorgeous. I love the blog post images and the CTA with the $500 coupon.

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      August 25, 2016 at 4:49 PM

      Thank you, Matthew! We put a lot of work into it so we’re happy to hear that people are enjoying it.

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