🕳️ A gap after an extraction
A tooth was removed months or years ago and the space was never filled.
🦷 Gap in your teeth? Dentures slipping?
Missing teeth or loose dentures? Get teeth that stay fixed
A gap after a tooth was removed, dentures that move when you eat or talk, or chewing only on one side: you don’t have to live with it. Today a missing tooth can be replaced with a fixed tooth that doesn’t come out. Dr. Farooq will show you your options and give you a written quote before anything starts.
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🔍 Does this sound like you?
Signs it’s time to replace missing teeth
😬 Dentures that slip
Your dentures move when you eat or speak, rub your gums, or need paste to stay in.
🍖 Chewing on one side
You avoid hard food, or chew only on one side because a back tooth is missing.
🦷 Teeth loose or falling out
Teeth have become loose, or have fallen out because of gum disease or decay.
↔️ Teeth shifting
Neighbouring teeth have tilted into the gap and food gets stuck there.
🙂 Hiding your smile
A missing front tooth makes you avoid smiling, photos or meetings.
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What patients say
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“He explained the procedure clearly and treated me with great care.”
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“He took initiative to guide me for a treatment that was right for my situation.”
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“Visiting Dr. Farooq since I was 5, never felt the need to switch.”
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⏳ Why not wait
What happens when a gap is left open
- The jaw bone shrinks where the tooth root used to be. The longer you wait, the less bone is left to hold a fixed tooth.
- Neighbouring teeth drift into the gap and the opposite tooth grows down, which changes your bite.
- The other teeth work harder, so they wear, crack or loosen faster.
- Chewing and digestion suffer when you avoid foods you can’t bite properly.
Even if a tooth has been missing for years, it can usually still be replaced. An X-ray shows how much bone you have and which option suits you.
🛠️ Your options
Three ways to replace missing teeth
Dr. Farooq will explain which suits your mouth, your health and your budget. You decide with the full picture.
🔩 Dental implant (“fixed teeth”)
A small titanium post placed in the jaw bone, with a crown fixed on top. It doesn’t come out, doesn’t touch the neighbouring teeth and helps keep the bone from shrinking. Often called “teeth planting”.
🌉 Bridge
A false tooth held by crowns on the teeth either side. Fixed in place, but the neighbouring teeth have to be trimmed for the crowns.
😁 Denture
Removable false teeth. The simplest option, but they can move, need taking out at night, and don’t stop bone loss.
😬 Loose dentures
Dentures that won’t stay in?
Dentures loosen over time because the gums and bone underneath slowly shrink once teeth are gone. That’s why even well-made dentures start to slip, rub and need more paste each year.
When dentures keep moving, a few implants can hold them firmly in place (implant-supported dentures), or single implants can replace the missing teeth altogether.
Ask about loose dentures
👨⚕️ Why patients choose Dr. Farooq
26 years of replacing teeth on Hutchins Road
Dr. Farooq (BDS, FAGE) holds a professional diploma in evidence-based and clinical implant dentistry. You get direct access to him, an honest view of whether you need an implant at all, and a written plan before you start.
- Single missing tooth
- Several missing teeth
- Loose or slipping dentures
- Teeth lost to gum disease
- Broken teeth that can’t be saved
- Old gaps after extractions
📝 Know your cost before you start
A clear plan and a written quote
The cost depends on how many teeth are missing, the bone you have and the option you choose, so we don’t publish price lists. After an examination and X-ray you get a written plan with the full cost, so there are no surprises later. The consultation is free if you go ahead with treatment.
📅 Booking is simple
Three steps to your appointment
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Message or call
WhatsApp us what’s bothering you (a photo or old X-ray helps), or call 099455 39225. Calls are answered 9 am–9 pm, every day.
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We suggest a time
We’ll offer a slot that suits you (Mon–Sat, 10 am–2 pm or 5 pm–8:30 pm) and tell you if anything is needed beforehand.
3📍
Visit the clinic
Ground Floor, 42 Hutchins Road, Frazer Town / Cooke Town. Bring old X-rays or reports and a list of any medicines you take.
❓ Questions patients ask
Missing teeth & loose dentures FAQs
I’m missing a tooth. What are my options?
An implant (a fixed tooth on a titanium post), a bridge fixed to the neighbouring teeth, or a removable denture. An implant is the closest to a natural tooth, but the right choice depends on your bone, gums, health and budget. We’ll explain each after an examination.
Why are my dentures loose?
After teeth are lost, the gum and bone underneath slowly shrink, so dentures that once fitted well start to move. Weight loss and wear also play a part. Implants can hold dentures firmly so they no longer slip.
Can loose dentures be fixed?
Often, yes. Depending on your bone, a few implants can anchor the denture so it clicks into place, or implants can replace the teeth with fixed ones. A check-up and X-ray show what’s possible.
Why are my teeth falling out?
In adults the most common cause is gum disease, which destroys the bone holding the teeth. Deep decay and old injuries are other causes. If teeth are getting loose, see a dentist soon: treating the gums can save teeth, and lost ones can be replaced. See our gum disease guide.
A tooth has been missing for years. Is it too late?
Usually not. If the bone has shrunk, there are ways to work around it. An X-ray will show how much bone there is and which option suits you.
Am I too old for fixed teeth?
Age itself is rarely the limit. General health, gum health and bone matter more. Many older patients choose implants precisely because dentures have become uncomfortable.
Does getting a fixed tooth hurt?
The area is numbed, so you feel pressure rather than pain during treatment. Mild soreness for a few days afterwards is common and settles with ordinary painkillers.
How much does it cost to replace a missing tooth?
It depends on the option and your mouth. We don’t publish price lists. You’ll get a written quote before treatment, and the consultation is free if you go ahead.
🦷 Eat, talk and smile without worrying
Find out your options for missing teeth
Ground Floor, 42 Hutchins Road, Frazer Town / Cooke Town. Mon–Sat, 10 am–2 pm and 5 pm–8:30 pm. Calls answered 9 am–9 pm.