Hypodontia (Missing Teeth)

Missing teeth, or hypodontia, causes, symptoms, and treatment
One or more permanent teeth failing to form is the dental disorder known as hypodontia. About 2–8% of the population has this common congenital defect; wisdom teeth, second premolars, and upper lateral incisors are most often absent.
Motives
Usually running in families, hypodontia is mostly related to hereditary elements. Environmental factors such as infections, trauma, or drug exposure during tooth formation can also cause hypodontia. Additionally linked to missing teeth are disorders like ectodermal dysplasia and Down syndrome.
Signs
Absence of teeth can cause misalignment, spacing problems, trouble chewing, and communication difficulties. Particularly, missing teeth in the front of the mouth can lead to common aesthetic issues.
Treatment Choices
The position and count of lost teeth define management. Among the options are dental implants, bridges, removable teeth to restore appearance and function, and orthodontic treatment to close gaps. Early orthodontic treatment can assist in directly growing children's alignment.
Early discovery and successful treatment planning depend on regular dental visits. Ignored, hypodontia could cause jawbone loss and more problems in adulthood.