Tooth Replacement: What Are My Options?
According to the most recent National Health and Nutrition Examination (NHANES) Survey, (1999-2004), tooth loss in the United States has declined since 1970. However, despite advances in dental hygiene and dental techniques, tooth loss remains a problem for many Americans. An adult should have 28 permanent teeth, excluding the wisdom teeth. In the 1999-2004 NHANES…