Many patients do not understand why dentists are so adamant that a missing tooth, a decayed tooth or a loose tooth, yes, even just one, needs to be repaired or replaced to its initial shape and function. It’s reasonable that patients wonder why it is so important to replace just one tooth.

The reason is that that one tooth missing will allow for a domino effect. When a tooth is lost, the teeth immediately surrounding that tooth will tip, turn, twist and slide out of place, drifting into the hole left by the lost tooth.

The tooth, or in some cases, teeth, below or above the missing tooth will erupt up or down into the opposing open space.

The teeth that shift will be out of position. They will be more difficult to property clean and maintain. And, the affected, out-of-position teeth will be misaligned in the bite. Unwelcome stresses and strains will be created on the shifted teeth.

The shift in the adjacent and opposing teeth will eventually lead to further tooth loss. Dentists see this again and again in case after case where patients do not replace that single missing tooth.

If you would like to keep your teeth for the rest of your life and you have lost or about to lose a permanent adult tooth, then please call and schedule a consultation with our team to find out how we can help you replace that missing tooth or missing teeth. Call us today!

Many of us are not blessed with a naturally well aligned smile. You may have gaps, overlaps, twists, or otherwise crooked teeth which bother you when you look in the mirror or see pictures. Do you dream of a straighter smile? You may have already looked into a clear braces (such as Invisalign). There is a new orthodontics system available from Houston, TX, Dr. Deborah Gennero called Cfast. Just what sets Cfast apart from other orthodontic systems? Think fast.

The Social Six

One of the biggest drags about traditional orthodontics is the amount of time it takes from the moment the braces are firmly placed on your teeth to the end of the treatment. Cfast stands for Cosmetically Focused Adult Straight Teeth and it is the perfect alternative for adult patients looking to straighten their most visible teeth without a need for bite alignment. Cfast only focuses on correcting what are known as the “social six” teeth. These are the pearly whites which show when you flash your grin at others. They are the teeth that make impressions and represent the way you look when you smile.

How Does Cfast Work?

Cfast utilizes clear brackets and white wires which are affixed to the surfaces of your teeth to blend in with and appear nearly invisible. Gentle force moves your teeth into proper position comfortably. This alone is one of the biggest draws of Cfast as a new orthodontic option. Traditional braces often come at the price of pain, discomfort, and embarrassment. Most Cfast patients only need to wear the system for 4-6 months. If you have a big event coming up such as a reunion, wedding, or family reunion, you could feasibly have your teeth straightened before you go, provided you time the treatment correctly.

Cfast from Houston, TX Dentist

While Cfast can straighten your front teeth in record time, it is not appropriate for all patients. Talk to Dr. Deborah Gennero about your interest in Cfast and she can determine whether you make a good candidate. Should you need more comprehensive orthodontic treatment, Invisalign clear aligners might work for you.