• Bone loss: Jawbone shrinks where tooth was (no stimulation from root).
• Teeth shift: Adjacent teeth tilt/drift into gap, opposite tooth over-erupts.
• Bite changes: Misalignment causes uneven wear, jaw pain (TMJ issues).
• Chewing problems: Harder to eat, avoid certain foods, digestion affected.
• Gum disease risk: Food traps in gap, harder to clean.
• Facial changes: Bone loss over time makes face look sunken/older.
• Speech changes: Especially if front tooth missing.
• More expensive later: Fixing shifted teeth + bone loss costs more than early replacement.
Best to replace within 6-12 months. Options: implant, bridge(best), partial denture.