How is Hypodontia 'cured'?

Hypodontia in general is not 'cured', the condition is 'managed'. Unfortunately as teeth never actually develop the purpose of treatment is to manage the remaining dentition to a satisfactory outcome. The 'ideal' outcome would be for the teeth not to have been missing in the first place !

Braces can close spaces and make the teeth of a better alignment. Where spaces cannot be closed fully a prosthodontist or restorative dentist may provide a replacement for the missing teeth. These replacements are not as good as natural teeth. They are distant in comparison unfortunately.

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