If I have my lower molars extracted how on Earth am I gonna chew?
2007-02-01 08:26:17 · 6 answers · asked by cashews2020 1 in Health ➔ Dental
It depends on how many lower molars you're having extracted. If you are having all of them removed, either 4 or 6 (if you include the wisdom teeth) then you have three options to replace these teeth. Most dentist will only replace your 1st or 1st and 2nd molar unless you have your 3rd molar on the upper arch. Then they will take those into consideration depending on the condition of them.
You may want to replace them with a removable partial. Not everyone is suited for this though. If you are young, you probably will not wear it well. Many patients have trouble eating with them and just getting use to one.
Another option would be dental implants. These are expensive and take time for healing and placement, but most patients are extremely happy with them. Your bone structure and condition will be a deciding factor for these also.
Or, some dentist will do a bridge giving you one molar on both sides. This too is also expensive but more practical than the implants. It would involve using your two premolars and the cuspid as the abutment teeth (or anchor teeth) then a cantilever molar pontic (fake tooth) would be attached off the back of this. This method, more practical as it may be requires that you have sound premolars and cuspids for it too be done. Also it involves preping 6 teeth for crowns that normally wouldn't need work done to them. It also only gives you one molar, but one is better than none.
It's hard to say, since the condition of your existing teeth have to be taken into consideration as to which method of restoration to use. It's best to consult with your dentist for the treatment that will be advisable for you. There are options, just rely on your dentist to develop a treatment plan to help you in restoring your teeth for your optimial dental and overall health.
2007-02-01 10:37:32 · answer #1 · answered by HeatherS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many people chew with their premolars when they're molars are gone. This can be unhealthy for the premolars, though. They are not designed to take the brunt of the chewing long term.
Many people get partials to replace the teeth that have been extracted. Check with your dentist to see if you are a good candidate.
I've seen many people eat just fun with no teeth at all. They have dentures, just choose not to wear them and can eat anything they want. But most people prefer partials or full dentures if needed.
Best wishes!
2007-02-01 08:34:20 · answer #2 · answered by Josi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as stated before, if the wisdom (3rd molar). you need to use the other 2 molars( 1st and 2nd molar) and all the other teeth in front of those.( 2premolars, 1canines and 2 incisors per cuadrant).
Older folks use what they have and chew what is possible. If not the 3rd molar, you can get a dental work done either a removable or not protesis.
2007-02-01 08:37:52 · answer #3 · answered by joao 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just had one lower molar extracted yesterday...eat soft stuff like oatmeal, bananas or mashed potatoes. If you smoke, dont do it for at least two days(thats what my dentist recommended) Oh and try like smoothies or yogurt, but dont drink thru a straw you may lose you blood clots and get a dry socket(appartently those are VERY painful) did you get all your molars extracted? if so i suggest you have implants.
2007-02-01 08:38:13 · answer #4 · answered by toolgrrl03 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-28 07:10:10 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they're your wisdom teeth you don't need them anyway.
2007-02-01 08:30:54 · answer #6 · answered by margarita 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋