How to hide missing teeth

When it comes to dental insecurities, missing teeth are often at the top of that list.

Not only can it change the way you look, but it can also make eating and talking difficult, leading to people with missing teeth saying no to social occasions.

But how are you meant to hide them?

The experts here at instasmile delve into common causes of missing teeth and how to disguise them so you can discover your confidence once more.

Causes of missing teeth

The most common cause of missing teeth is tooth decay.

Having a poor oral hygiene routine, a diet rich in sugar and avoiding the dentist can all lead to the breakdown of the tooth.

Starting off as a cavity, tooth decay can slowly attack the pulp of the teeth, causing pain and facial swelling.

The first port of call for tooth decay is a root canal, which treats the infected area. However, some patients don’t want this or aren’t suitable for this type of treatment and are recommended a tooth extraction instead.

Removing the tooth helps to reduce pain, limit infection to the surrounding teeth and protect the gums from becoming infected.

Missing teeth aren’t always a result of a dental problem, it can also be hereditary. Growing up with missing teeth can often look like there are just gaps between each tooth, but it’s actually because there aren’t enough teeth to fill the gaps.

Similarly to losing teeth in later life, this can cause problems with eating and speaking if on the extreme end of the scale.

Effects of missing teeth

As we’ve mentioned, missing teeth (in any area of the mouth) can have significant consequences on how a person eats and speaks.

However, it can also greatly reduce someone’s self-esteem, meaning they're less likely to get in group selfies, feel confident leading presentations at work and go out with friends.

While this may sound like a minor concern, it can negatively affect overall quality of life, leading to mental health problems like anxiety and depression.

Can you prevent tooth loss?

Like most dental concerns, diet and lifestyle have a big part to play in reducing the likelihood of missing teeth.

For example, if you smoke and drink a lot of soda, your teeth can become weak and prone to cavities, leading to decay. Find out more on how to hide cavities with instasmile.

By visiting your dentist regularly, early signs of tooth decay can be spotted, with preventative measures being put in place so you don’t have to worry about missing teeth.

It’s recommended you also have a proper at-home routine to maintain your smile. This includes brushing twice a day, flossing, and using mouthwash to remove bacteria and food debris in between the teeth.

How to hide a missing front tooth

While missing teeth at the back can cause a few problems like eating, missing front teeth can cause even more problems, with most who experience this struggling with their confidence levels as a result.

If you have a missing front tooth as a result of tooth decay, implants are recommended. Dental implants are screwed into the gum, looking and functioning just like a natural tooth.

However, in the US, it costs between $1,500 and $2,000 per implant - expensive right?

It’s also quite a long process. You have to undergo multiple scans and visits to the dentist to make sure your gum and jaw bones are suitable for implants. In total, it can take up to a few months to be able to show off the final look.

The other options are partial dentures or bridges, which are designed to replace more than one missing tooth.

With a few different variations, these work by either bonding the bridge to the surrounding teeth or fusing them to the jawbone.

Similarly to dental implants, the cost depends on how many teeth you want to replace and takes a long time to complete due to the impressions needed to get the right look.

Composite bonding is a possibility for you if you have missing teeth that have resulted in gaps between the teeth. This involves making the teeth you do have slightly wider and enhancing the shape to give off the look of a naturally perfect smile

How to temporarily hide a missing tooth

With dental treatments for missing teeth being expensive and painful, what are you meant to do?

Well, you’re in luck.

Here at instasmile, we pride ourselves on our affordable alternatives to a range of dental treatments, including implants!

Our clip-in veneers aren’t only much cheaper than visiting the dentist, but they also cause no damage to your natural teeth, can be done from the comfort of your own home and with the temporary element, you won’t feel a thing!

How clip-in veneers work

With us, you can purchase online and we’ll send you an impression kit, so we can accurately work out your measurements.

Simply check what shade of white you want (ranging from a Hollywood white to a medium ivory) and we’ll get to work.

Once your physical impressions have been returned and accepted, you can expect your snap-on veneers to be delivered to your door in just 10-15 days!

Why choose clip-in veneers?

Our smile solution can be popped in and out whenever you want!

Many of our customers love to wear them on special occasions and when taking pics and vids for content.

But, being so comfortable, you can also wear them daily for an instant boost of confidence in the office, when meeting with friends and going on first dates.

Behaving just like your own teeth, you can eat and drink whatever you want, without worrying about them gliding out of place.

As long as you clean them regularly, they’ll last a lifetime.

Get your snap-on veneers today!

Looking to improve your smile in a quick and easy way? We can help.

Our clip-in veneers can be used for a range of dental concerns. From missing teeth to wanting a brighter look, you can get veneers for the top, bottom or both sets of teeth.

Just get in touch today for more information!