09/10/2026
Short answer: yes. And here's why it matters sooner than most people think.
Leaving a gap means the jawbone underneath starts to shrink, neighbouring teeth begin to drift, and what feels manageable now becomes more complex to treat later.
Before deciding on treatment, your Implant Journey Manager will walk you through exactly what's happening and what your options are — no pressure, no assumptions.
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