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So I’m missing two bottom back molars, same side. *not including my wisdom tooth*

@@Bb-ts6eu You will loose the most bone within the first year, then the bone loss continues but at a much slower rate. Talk to your Dentist about getting dental implants.

No, the Orthodontist will be moving teeth to close the spaces from the extracted pre-molars.

Best advice would be to see your dentist ASAP.

No, bridges only "bridge" over the missing tooth. The bridge does nothing to stimulate the bone.

@@MichaelNugentDDS doctor I'm currently not financially stable so how long can I delay the process of implant without any changes to occur

@@shehzanraza8153 best to to it as quickly as possible, the bone loss just keeps going.

“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” ~Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605

Some dentists don't have the training of supplies to do this. Sometimes the patients don't want to pay for the grafting.

Implants halt bone loss. They can not reverse bone loss.

“Every tooth in a man's head is more valuable than a diamond.” ~Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605

No.

@@MichaelNugentDDS so when does this happen

@@EnSabahNur-ir5mw Bone loss happens when a tooth is extracted. The jawbone's purpose is to hold teeth. When teeth are gone the bone resorbs.

@@MichaelNugentDDS thank you so much sir. I have one more question please help me. my second last molar has totally destroyed, I want to remove it, but I don't have the money for implants, can i fill the gap by having two crowned bridge or three crowned bridge. In such a case can bone loss also occur or not. Can I prevent bone loss though this method?

@@EnSabahNur-ir5mw A bridge does nothing to preserve the jaw bone. The bridge only "bridges" over the missing tooth. A dental implant is the only way to preserve bone. When a patient has a dental implant and eats. The forces of chewing are transmitted down the teeth and dental implant. This signals the bone to be healthy and robust.

No, because of the wisdom teeth's position in the far rearward position, you don't get atrophy of the bone that causes problems.

​@@MichaelNugentDDSwhat about the second molar?

All bone is affected. These informational videos simplify the processes for education purposes. Patients don't know the difference between Alveolar and Basal/Cortical bone. All bone starts to atrophy around the tooth extraction site.

It varies. The most bone loss occurs in the first year. Then bone loss slows down but continues forever.

@@MichaelNugentDDS Thanks for clarifying, Dr Michael!

@@MichaelNugentDDS is it dangerous? The vintage forever bone loss because I have a really big hole

@@irvinedivine4173 For patients with bone defects, other bone grafting options are available.

Every dentist in the world would disagree with you. But Ok. Hope you have a great day. Brush and floss so you don't lose any teeth.

Hi Dr. Nugent, is facial collapse caused from both top and bottom bone/tooth loss or just bottom. Also, can facial collapse be reversed with all on 4 implants? I like your video content! Thank you! 😊​@@MichaelNugentDDS

@@Itsgettingcrazy. Bone loss will happen everywhere a tooth is lost. The jawbone's only job it to hold teeth. When a tooth/teeth are lost the bone starts to go away. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that stimulates and preserves bone loss.

They can last forever. But there can be complications. But overall, dental implants are one of the longest lasting restorations in dentistry. I've done implants on my Parents, in-laws and wife.

If you didn't notice changes in your face after the extraction then you probably won't have to worry about the cosmetic side of the issue. A implant can stop or help to stop jawbone deterioration

@@floydcage2494 my face is really asymmetric because i chewed on one side only

@@josephchoi8622 if thats the case then I think mewing can fix that, but if the side of your face with the missing tooth look "sunken in" or very thin compared to the other side of your face then that change happened due to the bone loss which dental implants can reverse as it helps to restore the true shape of your face

Not with widom teeth.

Awesome. Patient education is vital.

It all depends on what policy you or your employer purchased. If you have a better more expensive plan than probably it pays for bone grafting. But if you have a lower tier policy than probably not. Check you specific policy to see the limitations.

@@MichaelNugentDDS What finance companies will pay? Carecredit is with Synch. What credit scores?

@@W81Researcher Care Credit and other Finance companies are WAY different than insurance. Patients apply to companies like Care Credit for financing. The finance companies have their specific criteria for approval.

It should be.

Have you found out? Share with your conclusions please.

@@kamal-hassan no i didnt get answer :(

@@artiliciousv have you replaced your tooth? Any bone loss? Sorry for the questions but I'm curious please.

@@kamal-hassan no i didnt replace it bc it was not visible. Its still like a big gab, still healing the bone i guess

My wisdom teeth removal has bone loss ): I really regret it. It made my outer appearance look sunken as well.

I encourage you to find a dentist that you trust. Dental implants are a complex surgery.

@@MichaelNugentDDS ok thank you

Have you called my office to set up a new patient exam? About 40% of my patients don't have any dental insurance. Dental insurance is not like medical or car insurance. Most insurances only pay out 1,000 to 1,500 a year but have tons of limitations on what they will and will not pay. We accept Care Credit patient financing. Also, you can try the Dental School in Houston.

@@MichaelNugentDDS Thanks so much for getting back to me! I did not know there were that many stipulations to the insurance payouts on dental procedures like this. I will have to call next week if that's okay. It would change my life if i could get this finally taken care of, not just the pain, but the constant awareness of how bad it looks to me and feels..

@@MichaelNugentDDS this would change my life, in a way that i could not even explain to you in words so there is no way i could even attempt to try and write a heart felt message out to you, but i need help so bad Mr. Nugent. I'm 34 and i've been dealing with this for over 10 years. The cause was from metal braces i can tell you that i was turned away one day because i did not have 200 dollar payment and i was left as a teenager with metal for til i was almost 20 and luckily the bottom row popped out early on or i would be in a worse situation.

Have you found out? Please reply I'm worried.

Within first year or two and then slows down, but they say will continue rest of life.

The most rapid bone loss occurs in the first year. The bone loss continues forever. However, the rate of bone loss varies between patients.