the part that came off goes on top of my good tooth and it actually feels a lot better that it's off. The rest of the bridge seems fine and intact. Should I go to the dentist and get a new one done or just leave it alone?
Dental help??part of my dental bridge came off while i was drinking juice.?
You should definitely see your dentist to have this re-cemented. It feels better off "because it was loose" and "leaking" allowing all the bacteria from your mouth to reach the prepped or uncovered tooth.
Hopefully it hasn't been loose long enough to have decay develop. This happens occasionally with crowns and bridges. Sometimes it comes loose due to a cement failure for some unknown reason, and other times it's due to decay developing along the root of the tooth, loosening the crown by compromising the margins.
Your dentist will want to do an x ray if this is an "older" crown, this is to ensure the tooth is sound, that decay hasn't developed, and it's not abscessing due to the leaking or loose crown. So if the tooth is fine and you haven't damaged the bridge, your dentist will be able to clean it up and re-cement it back on. There will be no need to anesthetize you for this procedure, although they will need to remove any excess cement and disinfect your tooth prior to seating the bridge. It may be slightly uncomfortable, but not painful and only last a few moments.
Be sure to see your dentist soon to have this procedure, otherwise the tooth may drift causing the bridge not to fit. If this happens, you would need to have a new bridge made, which as you know can be quite expensive.
Hope I've been of some help and good luck with your upcoming procedure.
Reply:DEFINITELY go back to the dentist, and don't wait! Be sure you mention that your tooth feels better now that it's off, so your doc can figure out what was wrong with the fit. If it's uncomfortable, there's a problem.
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Monday, April 27, 2009
Can a dental bridge be removed. I hate I chose gold and not porcelain?
I would like to have the bridge changed from gold to porcelain (white). Does anyone actually KNOW if this can be done?
Can a dental bridge be removed. I hate I chose gold and not porcelain?
Bridges can be removed, but generally dentists hesitate to remove a restoration if it is not necessary. Depending on how old the bridge is and if there is any decay your insurance may not cover it. (it usually has to be at least 5 yrs old and be compromised in some way) While gold isn't as pretty, it is a lot stronger and more acceptable to your gums, so look on the bright side for now.
Reply:Sure. They can do anything you want.
TX Mom
Reply:Its easy really. They just remove the existing bridge by cutting it off. Then take new impressions for the new bridge. The only bad thing would be that you will be paying for a new bridge.
Can a dental bridge be removed. I hate I chose gold and not porcelain?
Bridges can be removed, but generally dentists hesitate to remove a restoration if it is not necessary. Depending on how old the bridge is and if there is any decay your insurance may not cover it. (it usually has to be at least 5 yrs old and be compromised in some way) While gold isn't as pretty, it is a lot stronger and more acceptable to your gums, so look on the bright side for now.
Reply:Sure. They can do anything you want.
TX Mom
Reply:Its easy really. They just remove the existing bridge by cutting it off. Then take new impressions for the new bridge. The only bad thing would be that you will be paying for a new bridge.
Dental bridge, 'flipper' or crown?
I need a root canal on a front tooth. The crown alone is going to be $1000 not to mention the $1000 for the work :*( I am soooo poor, I can't afford this and I can't go to the nearest college to save money as it would be almost at much before you factor in gas for FIVE trips!
Anyhow, they suggest a 'flipper' and dh suggested a bridge. What do you all suggest? I hate tooth problems :(
Dental bridge, 'flipper' or crown?
The bridge would not be my first choice.
First off, if this is one of your 2 large front teeth, this needs to be at least a 4 unit bridge. A lateral tooth, which is the small teeth next to the 2 large centrals, is not big enough to be an abutment on a bridge. I would really question any dentist who would be willing to abut a bridge on a lateral. A four unit bridge would cost you way more than the rootcanal and why shave down healthy teeth, assuming they are healthy, just to replace one tooth?
A flipper is just a piece of pink acrylic with a tooth attached to it. You really shouldn't eat with these, because if you put too much pressure on them, like by biting down on your front teeth, it is going to break. Even if they could somehow repair it, it probably won't last long. I have seen numerous flippers repaired, and they never last that long after the repair because they are just too weak after the break.
If you just can't afford the rootcanal and crown, I personally would go for the flipper, and then save up money over the next year or so and have an implant put in. Implants can last up to 30+ years and you are not sacrificing the adjacent teeth.
Reply:bridge or crown...a flipper is a removeable thooth that covers the inside of the roof of your mouth
Reply:In my experience as an assistant, people have never been comfortable with flippers.
Ask your dentist if they offer payment options, such as Care Credit or somethis comparable. If they don't, you may want to try to find an office that offers this.
Anyhow, they suggest a 'flipper' and dh suggested a bridge. What do you all suggest? I hate tooth problems :(
Dental bridge, 'flipper' or crown?
The bridge would not be my first choice.
First off, if this is one of your 2 large front teeth, this needs to be at least a 4 unit bridge. A lateral tooth, which is the small teeth next to the 2 large centrals, is not big enough to be an abutment on a bridge. I would really question any dentist who would be willing to abut a bridge on a lateral. A four unit bridge would cost you way more than the rootcanal and why shave down healthy teeth, assuming they are healthy, just to replace one tooth?
A flipper is just a piece of pink acrylic with a tooth attached to it. You really shouldn't eat with these, because if you put too much pressure on them, like by biting down on your front teeth, it is going to break. Even if they could somehow repair it, it probably won't last long. I have seen numerous flippers repaired, and they never last that long after the repair because they are just too weak after the break.
If you just can't afford the rootcanal and crown, I personally would go for the flipper, and then save up money over the next year or so and have an implant put in. Implants can last up to 30+ years and you are not sacrificing the adjacent teeth.
Reply:bridge or crown...a flipper is a removeable thooth that covers the inside of the roof of your mouth
Reply:In my experience as an assistant, people have never been comfortable with flippers.
Ask your dentist if they offer payment options, such as Care Credit or somethis comparable. If they don't, you may want to try to find an office that offers this.
Dental bridge vs. Implants?
Hi, one of my molars have been cracked for sometime and my dentist said I need a bridge done, but the problem is the dentist will need to shave off some tooths which I feel uncomfortable doing. Are implants a better choice?
Dental bridge vs. Implants?
I have implants so yes I believe implants are a better choice. I love my implants. You brush and floss them the same as natural teeth and they are just as secure. I hate the idea of ruining perfectly good teeth just to attach a bridge that might get decay under it and then you lose the shaved down teeth.
To the poster above. How can an implant fall out? Implants are imbedded into the jaw bone and the bone bonds so tightly to the implant that it becomes part of the bone itself. Depending on the type of crown you get it could fall out if you get one that is cemented in and something goes wrong with the cement but you can't lose the implant itself once the osseointegration has taken place (bonded to the bone). That is just goofy! Also it isn't painful if the tooth itself is already missing. Just a bit sore. If you get an immediate load implant you get the implant and tooth in the same day.
Reply:If the molar is cracked, will they be extracting it? If not, then all they'd be doing is crowning it.
However, to answer your question, I would prefer the bridge to the implant. Both are traumatic, but the implant actually has to be drilled and fitted into the jaw bone....NOT comfortable. Also, I had a friend who had an implant and the stupid thing was CONSTANTLY falling out. Just imagine swallowing THAT in your sleep. The bridge would be fitted permanently.
Reply:I have 2 bridges and I was also uncomfortable with the idea of shaving other teeth to accommodate them. I did it though,and I have had no trouble with them. Implants are an option, but they can be very expensive and it is a long process, involving a screw being put into your jawbone to anchor the implant in place. I was not a candidate because my jawbone was not wide enough to accommodate the anchor. Talk to your dentist... You may find that the cost of the implant is not covered by your insurance or you may not be a good candidate for this type of procedure.
Reply:I would go for the implants. The bridge is only as good as the anchor teeth. If they go bad, then the bridge will not be of any use. Implants are really nice. There are a few people I work with that have gotten implants, and they are really happy with them.
Reply:I have a couple of bridges and they are both fine. Implants are much more expensive and are usually NOT covered by dental insurance. Make sure your teeth being bridged are in good shape. Before I had my bridge done, one of the anchor teeth needed a root canal. Bridges do not hurt. They numb you and you are only sore for a couple of days. Much less painful than implants....less expensive too.
Reply:Skeeter,your smile is beautiful.Love the implants?
Dental bridge vs. Implants?
I have implants so yes I believe implants are a better choice. I love my implants. You brush and floss them the same as natural teeth and they are just as secure. I hate the idea of ruining perfectly good teeth just to attach a bridge that might get decay under it and then you lose the shaved down teeth.
To the poster above. How can an implant fall out? Implants are imbedded into the jaw bone and the bone bonds so tightly to the implant that it becomes part of the bone itself. Depending on the type of crown you get it could fall out if you get one that is cemented in and something goes wrong with the cement but you can't lose the implant itself once the osseointegration has taken place (bonded to the bone). That is just goofy! Also it isn't painful if the tooth itself is already missing. Just a bit sore. If you get an immediate load implant you get the implant and tooth in the same day.
Reply:If the molar is cracked, will they be extracting it? If not, then all they'd be doing is crowning it.
However, to answer your question, I would prefer the bridge to the implant. Both are traumatic, but the implant actually has to be drilled and fitted into the jaw bone....NOT comfortable. Also, I had a friend who had an implant and the stupid thing was CONSTANTLY falling out. Just imagine swallowing THAT in your sleep. The bridge would be fitted permanently.
Reply:I have 2 bridges and I was also uncomfortable with the idea of shaving other teeth to accommodate them. I did it though,and I have had no trouble with them. Implants are an option, but they can be very expensive and it is a long process, involving a screw being put into your jawbone to anchor the implant in place. I was not a candidate because my jawbone was not wide enough to accommodate the anchor. Talk to your dentist... You may find that the cost of the implant is not covered by your insurance or you may not be a good candidate for this type of procedure.
Reply:I would go for the implants. The bridge is only as good as the anchor teeth. If they go bad, then the bridge will not be of any use. Implants are really nice. There are a few people I work with that have gotten implants, and they are really happy with them.
Reply:I have a couple of bridges and they are both fine. Implants are much more expensive and are usually NOT covered by dental insurance. Make sure your teeth being bridged are in good shape. Before I had my bridge done, one of the anchor teeth needed a root canal. Bridges do not hurt. They numb you and you are only sore for a couple of days. Much less painful than implants....less expensive too.
Reply:Skeeter,your smile is beautiful.Love the implants?
Dental Bridge Cost?
HOW MUCH is a 4 tooth top font bridge??
I paid under $2000 the last two times and they booth lasted over 10 years, moreover look perfect.
My insurance pays up to half up to a max of $1,500.
My new dentist wants $700 a tooth for $2,800.
Is that a good deal? What is the going price in and out of USA?
Dental Bridge Cost?
Hi! Be glad your not in the NYC/NJ area. That bridge would cost you at least 6000.00. Some dentists charge as much as 2500.00 per a unit. Get it while you can!! Most Ins. here don't even pay half. M
Reply:HELLO,
COST OF $700 PER TOOTH IS A FAIR PRICE. THERE IS A VARIED PRICE ALL OVER THE COUNTRY AND IN DIFFERENT NEIGHBOR HOODS IN TOWN.
THE AVERAGE LONGEVITY OF A DENTAL BRIDGE IS ABOUT 12 YEARS, SO FOR YOU THIS IS ABOUT RIGHT.
Reply:I was just told by an oral surgeon to expect to pay about $1,000 per tooth in a bridge. I need a bridge with 4 teeth so I'm looking at around 4 grand. I live in central Illinois. Your deal sounds pretty good to me.
Reply:My 4 tooth bridge was a couple of years ago and it was around $2200.00 at that time. My insurance picked up about 1/2 the tab.
Reply:Well it depends on which type of bridge you get 700 a tooth sounds like a porcelain fused to gold crown. which is a good choice. If it is a anterior bridge or "front" you might consider something like a lava bridge which is zircona with porcelain on the top. It can be pricey but you will like the end result. However the porcelain fused to gold bridge is still an excellent choice. I reccomend staying away from anything with base metal in it. That can irritate the gum tissue and cause the gums to recede also causing a purple marking at the gumline. In my office we charge 700 for porcelain fused to gold. I hope I helped. Best of luck.
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I paid under $2000 the last two times and they booth lasted over 10 years, moreover look perfect.
My insurance pays up to half up to a max of $1,500.
My new dentist wants $700 a tooth for $2,800.
Is that a good deal? What is the going price in and out of USA?
Dental Bridge Cost?
Hi! Be glad your not in the NYC/NJ area. That bridge would cost you at least 6000.00. Some dentists charge as much as 2500.00 per a unit. Get it while you can!! Most Ins. here don't even pay half. M
Reply:HELLO,
COST OF $700 PER TOOTH IS A FAIR PRICE. THERE IS A VARIED PRICE ALL OVER THE COUNTRY AND IN DIFFERENT NEIGHBOR HOODS IN TOWN.
THE AVERAGE LONGEVITY OF A DENTAL BRIDGE IS ABOUT 12 YEARS, SO FOR YOU THIS IS ABOUT RIGHT.
Reply:I was just told by an oral surgeon to expect to pay about $1,000 per tooth in a bridge. I need a bridge with 4 teeth so I'm looking at around 4 grand. I live in central Illinois. Your deal sounds pretty good to me.
Reply:My 4 tooth bridge was a couple of years ago and it was around $2200.00 at that time. My insurance picked up about 1/2 the tab.
Reply:Well it depends on which type of bridge you get 700 a tooth sounds like a porcelain fused to gold crown. which is a good choice. If it is a anterior bridge or "front" you might consider something like a lava bridge which is zircona with porcelain on the top. It can be pricey but you will like the end result. However the porcelain fused to gold bridge is still an excellent choice. I reccomend staying away from anything with base metal in it. That can irritate the gum tissue and cause the gums to recede also causing a purple marking at the gumline. In my office we charge 700 for porcelain fused to gold. I hope I helped. Best of luck.
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Can a chipped dental bridge be repaired?
My porcelain to metal bridge chipped yesterday. The bridge is still intact but a small piece of porcelain fell off and left a jagged edge near the inside of my cheek. I don't have the money to get a new bridge right now. Can it be "patched" with some sort of composite? P.S. The bridge is about 10 years old.
Can a chipped dental bridge be repaired?
yes,but maybe not cost effective...
Reply:Your dentist would know best. I'd call the office and explain that you don't have a lot of money. Ask them if it can be repaired, if not maybe they would be willing to help you out and give you a deal if you've been going there for a while.
Reply:Usually, they can be patched, but it is very likely that the patched area will continue to fall off. It's very difficult to get anything to bond to the porcelain.
Reply:Yes, but not effectively. You may need to have repeated repair. You can also smooth it and leave it alone if it doesn't interfere with chewing function.
Reply:i would think so with all the new technology they have in denistry these days.
Can a chipped dental bridge be repaired?
yes,but maybe not cost effective...
Reply:Your dentist would know best. I'd call the office and explain that you don't have a lot of money. Ask them if it can be repaired, if not maybe they would be willing to help you out and give you a deal if you've been going there for a while.
Reply:Usually, they can be patched, but it is very likely that the patched area will continue to fall off. It's very difficult to get anything to bond to the porcelain.
Reply:Yes, but not effectively. You may need to have repeated repair. You can also smooth it and leave it alone if it doesn't interfere with chewing function.
Reply:i would think so with all the new technology they have in denistry these days.
Dental bridge, can I add a plate temporarily?
I have a 4 tooth bridge that is loosing isn't supports. It won't stay. Does any one know if a plate could be just added to it, so I won't have to replace it right now with a six tooth bridge? I can't afford it now.
Dental bridge, can I add a plate temporarily?
HELLO,
THE ABUTMENT WHICH IS LOOSE MAY BE DOUBLE ABUTTED AT THE LOOSE END WHERE AN ADDITIONAL CROWN CAN BE SOLDERED TO THE EXISTING BRIDGE, ASSUMING THERE IS AN ADJACENT TOOTH THERE. THE BONDING CEMENT CAN ALSO BE SPECIALIZED. A 4-META CEMENT WHICH IS CONSIDERABLY STRONGER THAN TRADITIONAL CEMENTS COULD BE UTILIZED. THE COMPANIES WHICH MANUFACTURE THESE SPECIAL CEMENTS ARE PARKELL AND J. MORITA.
Reply:It is hard to say and give a diagnosis just by a description. But if you have a 4 unit bridge that is getting loose, there are a couple of scenarios. Lets say only on one side it is loose then we may be able to cut off the bad part and leave the last "anchor" or abutment and wera a stayplate to cover the missing areas. Or if both anchors are bad then you may need to extract both abutments or "anchors". You can definitley wear a plate. But make sure it is made before you pull it to avoid any embarrassment esp in the front teeth.
Dental bridge, can I add a plate temporarily?
HELLO,
THE ABUTMENT WHICH IS LOOSE MAY BE DOUBLE ABUTTED AT THE LOOSE END WHERE AN ADDITIONAL CROWN CAN BE SOLDERED TO THE EXISTING BRIDGE, ASSUMING THERE IS AN ADJACENT TOOTH THERE. THE BONDING CEMENT CAN ALSO BE SPECIALIZED. A 4-META CEMENT WHICH IS CONSIDERABLY STRONGER THAN TRADITIONAL CEMENTS COULD BE UTILIZED. THE COMPANIES WHICH MANUFACTURE THESE SPECIAL CEMENTS ARE PARKELL AND J. MORITA.
Reply:It is hard to say and give a diagnosis just by a description. But if you have a 4 unit bridge that is getting loose, there are a couple of scenarios. Lets say only on one side it is loose then we may be able to cut off the bad part and leave the last "anchor" or abutment and wera a stayplate to cover the missing areas. Or if both anchors are bad then you may need to extract both abutments or "anchors". You can definitley wear a plate. But make sure it is made before you pull it to avoid any embarrassment esp in the front teeth.
My dental bridge broke 10 days ago. I want perfect fitted new one?
so, I want to know if cad/cam technology is the real solution , and will I need a new teeth preparation for my new bridge, or retraction cord is well enough to "open" the gums?
My dental bridge broke 10 days ago. I want perfect fitted new one?
To begin with Cad-cam is a trade name and the products are very good, they work, but are subject to a failure at some point just like any other product or system. If the tooth stumps have not broken or have decay, there is no reason to assume that additional tooth preparation by grinding would be required. If however a piece of the bridge crown is still attached and won't pop off, it may have to be removed by grinding. As for the gum tissue around the base of the tooth prep, epinephrine impregnated string can be applied to stop bleeding and create a space that allows a complete and accurate impression to be made. Once that is accomplished the new bridge can be created.....
My dental bridge broke 10 days ago. I want perfect fitted new one?
To begin with Cad-cam is a trade name and the products are very good, they work, but are subject to a failure at some point just like any other product or system. If the tooth stumps have not broken or have decay, there is no reason to assume that additional tooth preparation by grinding would be required. If however a piece of the bridge crown is still attached and won't pop off, it may have to be removed by grinding. As for the gum tissue around the base of the tooth prep, epinephrine impregnated string can be applied to stop bleeding and create a space that allows a complete and accurate impression to be made. Once that is accomplished the new bridge can be created.....
Dental Bridge's?
Im thinking of having some dodgy teeth removed and replaced with a bridge, does anyone know how painful this is?
I also understand that after they take the feeth out they give you a temp bridge, is this the sort that you'd take out at night and put in a glass?
if you've had it done or know anyone who has i'd be grateful for any information or advice.
thanks in advance.
Dental Bridge's?
The pain is not too bad. Of course you'll be anaesthetised. Prepare for a quiet day at home with painkillers. Try and arrange the extraction appointment for a morning session.
The temporary bridge is an instant plastic that will be very similar to your existing teeth. It will be cemented in place and is not removable by you.
The idea of a temporary partial denture as suggested by above correspondent is not usual in straightforward cases.
A typical procedure at the first appointment is to:
1. Mostly prepare the teeth that will support the bridge;
2. Extract the dodgy teeth;
3. Make up a temporary plastic bridge and cement over the supporting bridge;
4. Allow healing for a minimum of 8-10 weeks
At next appointment after healing is complete:
1. Remove temporary bridge;
2. Tidy up preparation of supporting teeth;
3. Take final impression and send it to lab;
4. Make new temporary bridge and cement into place
Final appointment:
1. Take off temporary bridge;
2. Fit final bridge.
Reply:It's not too painful... you should be numbed during the procedure.
The temporary bridge will be cemented in just like the final one.
Reply:If you do have the teeth removed you will be numb so you won't feel anything but just some slight pressure. You would need a partial denture if you want something in the space immediately after the extractions ( get that glass ready!! ). You can't have a bridge until about 6 months after you've had the teeth removed, this is because you need time for your mouth to heal and the teeth that you want to support the bridge may move slightly after the extractions. You don't have to have a denture if you don't want it, it all depends on if your happy with having the spaces for about 6 months.
Once the 6 months are up you can have the teeth prepared for the bridge.
This will involve some adjusting of the teeth in which will be supporting the bridge and some impressions of your teeth ( molds ) a couple weeks later you go back to your dentist and they then fit your permanent bridge.
Hope this helps!
Reply:The teeth that need a bridge are treated and then a temporary bridge is fitted, made of cheaper materials until your gums settle down! And it is cemented in!!!
A bridge - altho can look nice - has its drawbacks.
It feels very different to teeth, and is not as versatile as your own teeth. Also - you have to keep up with oral hygene or you get a very smelly mouth!
Reply:Ive got a bridge on my front tooth. Its attached via metal either side of the 'new tooth' which is then 'cemented' to the two original teeth either side. I didn't have any pain because my tooth was already missing. I wasn't given a temporary bridge. They took an impression of the gap, made the bridge (obviously not on the spot) and I went back and had it fitted. Mind you this was several years ago, things may have changed now.
If your going to what I had done then the only pain you may have is the removal of your 'dodgy' teeth.
Reply:reading them above, i dont see how
your not going to suffer!!
Reply:Iths a doddle a doddle know wit am thaying?
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I also understand that after they take the feeth out they give you a temp bridge, is this the sort that you'd take out at night and put in a glass?
if you've had it done or know anyone who has i'd be grateful for any information or advice.
thanks in advance.
Dental Bridge's?
The pain is not too bad. Of course you'll be anaesthetised. Prepare for a quiet day at home with painkillers. Try and arrange the extraction appointment for a morning session.
The temporary bridge is an instant plastic that will be very similar to your existing teeth. It will be cemented in place and is not removable by you.
The idea of a temporary partial denture as suggested by above correspondent is not usual in straightforward cases.
A typical procedure at the first appointment is to:
1. Mostly prepare the teeth that will support the bridge;
2. Extract the dodgy teeth;
3. Make up a temporary plastic bridge and cement over the supporting bridge;
4. Allow healing for a minimum of 8-10 weeks
At next appointment after healing is complete:
1. Remove temporary bridge;
2. Tidy up preparation of supporting teeth;
3. Take final impression and send it to lab;
4. Make new temporary bridge and cement into place
Final appointment:
1. Take off temporary bridge;
2. Fit final bridge.
Reply:It's not too painful... you should be numbed during the procedure.
The temporary bridge will be cemented in just like the final one.
Reply:If you do have the teeth removed you will be numb so you won't feel anything but just some slight pressure. You would need a partial denture if you want something in the space immediately after the extractions ( get that glass ready!! ). You can't have a bridge until about 6 months after you've had the teeth removed, this is because you need time for your mouth to heal and the teeth that you want to support the bridge may move slightly after the extractions. You don't have to have a denture if you don't want it, it all depends on if your happy with having the spaces for about 6 months.
Once the 6 months are up you can have the teeth prepared for the bridge.
This will involve some adjusting of the teeth in which will be supporting the bridge and some impressions of your teeth ( molds ) a couple weeks later you go back to your dentist and they then fit your permanent bridge.
Hope this helps!
Reply:The teeth that need a bridge are treated and then a temporary bridge is fitted, made of cheaper materials until your gums settle down! And it is cemented in!!!
A bridge - altho can look nice - has its drawbacks.
It feels very different to teeth, and is not as versatile as your own teeth. Also - you have to keep up with oral hygene or you get a very smelly mouth!
Reply:Ive got a bridge on my front tooth. Its attached via metal either side of the 'new tooth' which is then 'cemented' to the two original teeth either side. I didn't have any pain because my tooth was already missing. I wasn't given a temporary bridge. They took an impression of the gap, made the bridge (obviously not on the spot) and I went back and had it fitted. Mind you this was several years ago, things may have changed now.
If your going to what I had done then the only pain you may have is the removal of your 'dodgy' teeth.
Reply:reading them above, i dont see how
your not going to suffer!!
Reply:Iths a doddle a doddle know wit am thaying?
Gold Teeth
Should I remove dental bridge and replace with partial?
I fully regret having a bridge put in. I lost 1 tooth and chose the bridge after being coerced by the dentist. Food gets caught up in the bridge, I use the bridge floss thread. One side of the bridge has been loose since the first month. The dentist said they can't fix that until it just falls off. YUCK! The tooth will rot and then more expense is inevidable. I am very upset. I want the gums and teeth clean.
Should I cut it off and go for partial? It's already messed up the 2 good teeth beside the lost one, just to prepare for the bridge.
Should I remove dental bridge and replace with partial?
It shouldn't have become loose after 1 month. A well-done bridge will last almost indefinitely if cared for properly.
Is it a full-crown bridge, or does it have metal wings (Marylands design)?
A loose bridge will build up more plaque and create more decay, and ultimately a bigger repair problem. The dentist is being potentially negligent if he doesn't accept this responsibility after 1 month's use. Unfortunately, it sounds like he doesn't want to bear the cost of a remake. He shouldn't wait for it to fall off. Even if it does fall off, it obviously doesn't fit well, so it shouldn't just be recemented. The reason for the looseness needs to be identified and fixed before a NEW bridge is constructed.
Perhaps you should get a 2nd opinion first. Then consider writing to the dentist with your concerns, and setting up a meeting to disuss your problem. It is probably your best chance of getting things fixed or your money back. Start keeping a written record of these events.
Reply:ok, that dentist is a piece of junk! if you have insurance make a complaint and find out about have the work redone by a different (better) dentist. i worked for delta dental plan of california for three years. i also am a registered dental assistant. i understand your frustration. i'd also report him to your local dental board or association. if you don't have insurance, i hate to say this, but you may need to take him to small claims court. good luck!!
Reply:Wow... it sounds like your dentist didn't do a very good job.
And telling you "wait till it falls off" is unacceptable!! Get a new dentist ASAP.
I'm not an expert, but I've worn partial plates since I was a young teen (I'm 35 now). Mine are made of stainless steel, and very easy to pop in and out and brush. The rest of my teeth and my gums have remained Extremely healthy because of this. Although its not the "preferred" dental solution, it has worked well for me.
For years, they've been telling me I'll need to have implants where I'm missing teeth. I'm surprised they didn't talk to you about an implant, instead of a bridge.
I think they'll be able to fix your two 'stump' teeth with crowns after they take the bridge out. I hope so, anyway. Personally, I wouldn't stop until I found a dentist/prothedontist who would!
Good luck. I wish you well.
Should I cut it off and go for partial? It's already messed up the 2 good teeth beside the lost one, just to prepare for the bridge.
Should I remove dental bridge and replace with partial?
It shouldn't have become loose after 1 month. A well-done bridge will last almost indefinitely if cared for properly.
Is it a full-crown bridge, or does it have metal wings (Marylands design)?
A loose bridge will build up more plaque and create more decay, and ultimately a bigger repair problem. The dentist is being potentially negligent if he doesn't accept this responsibility after 1 month's use. Unfortunately, it sounds like he doesn't want to bear the cost of a remake. He shouldn't wait for it to fall off. Even if it does fall off, it obviously doesn't fit well, so it shouldn't just be recemented. The reason for the looseness needs to be identified and fixed before a NEW bridge is constructed.
Perhaps you should get a 2nd opinion first. Then consider writing to the dentist with your concerns, and setting up a meeting to disuss your problem. It is probably your best chance of getting things fixed or your money back. Start keeping a written record of these events.
Reply:ok, that dentist is a piece of junk! if you have insurance make a complaint and find out about have the work redone by a different (better) dentist. i worked for delta dental plan of california for three years. i also am a registered dental assistant. i understand your frustration. i'd also report him to your local dental board or association. if you don't have insurance, i hate to say this, but you may need to take him to small claims court. good luck!!
Reply:Wow... it sounds like your dentist didn't do a very good job.
And telling you "wait till it falls off" is unacceptable!! Get a new dentist ASAP.
I'm not an expert, but I've worn partial plates since I was a young teen (I'm 35 now). Mine are made of stainless steel, and very easy to pop in and out and brush. The rest of my teeth and my gums have remained Extremely healthy because of this. Although its not the "preferred" dental solution, it has worked well for me.
For years, they've been telling me I'll need to have implants where I'm missing teeth. I'm surprised they didn't talk to you about an implant, instead of a bridge.
I think they'll be able to fix your two 'stump' teeth with crowns after they take the bridge out. I hope so, anyway. Personally, I wouldn't stop until I found a dentist/prothedontist who would!
Good luck. I wish you well.
Is a dental bridge possible with two missing adjacent teeth?
Two of my rear bottom teeth are missing.. but my last one in the rear is still there. Is a bridge possible for two missing teeth that are right next to each other? In other words I have two gaps together but I do have supporting teeth next to each gap if that makes sense. Can one bridge do the trick?
Is a dental bridge possible with two missing adjacent teeth?
yes, you'll need a two pontic bridge (meaning two fake teeth supported by two real teeth.) Completely do-able, and much recommended before the teeth start to shift.
Reply:It will depend upon several things; the condition of the remaining or abutment teeth that will support the bridge; if they have drifted or are leaning, exactly which teeth are remaining, the supporting bone structure and any if there is any periodontal disease involvement. This will also depend on "which teeth" are remaining; 1st and 2nd molars, leaving the 3rd or wisdom tooth and both bicuspids, or missing both bicuspids leaving a 1st molar (with 2nd and 3rd molars missing) and the cuspids or K 9, or is there a 2nd molar, missing 1st molar and 2nd bicuspid, or one of each or some other combination of teeth that are missing and remaining. Not everyone has all of the correct teeth due to orthodontics, cognitively missing teeth or extractions that aren't remembered. The point to this is the larger the tooth, the longer the root system and the better the support for an abutment tooth. Also, there are some dentists that won't use the wisdom tooth or 3rd molar for an abutment tooth. In any case, when replacing 2 missing molars or premolars, the pontics will require added support from the surrounding teeth since these teeth carry most of the weight bearing chewing force. Usually a long span bridge replacing two or more missing molar teeth, will require one to two extra abutment teeth for this added support. What this means is your dentist will most likely want to use the cuspid and the bi cuspid next to it, or both premolars or bi's with the molar and two pontics. The addition of one or two extra abutment tooth is for the support and longevity of the bridge. Without needed additional support the bridge would likely torque the two abutment teeth during chewing and initially cause hypersensitivity, bridge failure, then eventually a root fracture. Its better to do the bridge correctly rather than try to get by without the support.
Discuss all options with your dentist. It may be advisable for you to look at a removable appliance or partial denture which could replace just these missing teeth or any others that may be missing in this arch.
Reply:yes
Reply:YES I will be a 4 unit fixed bridge. Expensive Doc W
Is a dental bridge possible with two missing adjacent teeth?
yes, you'll need a two pontic bridge (meaning two fake teeth supported by two real teeth.) Completely do-able, and much recommended before the teeth start to shift.
Reply:It will depend upon several things; the condition of the remaining or abutment teeth that will support the bridge; if they have drifted or are leaning, exactly which teeth are remaining, the supporting bone structure and any if there is any periodontal disease involvement. This will also depend on "which teeth" are remaining; 1st and 2nd molars, leaving the 3rd or wisdom tooth and both bicuspids, or missing both bicuspids leaving a 1st molar (with 2nd and 3rd molars missing) and the cuspids or K 9, or is there a 2nd molar, missing 1st molar and 2nd bicuspid, or one of each or some other combination of teeth that are missing and remaining. Not everyone has all of the correct teeth due to orthodontics, cognitively missing teeth or extractions that aren't remembered. The point to this is the larger the tooth, the longer the root system and the better the support for an abutment tooth. Also, there are some dentists that won't use the wisdom tooth or 3rd molar for an abutment tooth. In any case, when replacing 2 missing molars or premolars, the pontics will require added support from the surrounding teeth since these teeth carry most of the weight bearing chewing force. Usually a long span bridge replacing two or more missing molar teeth, will require one to two extra abutment teeth for this added support. What this means is your dentist will most likely want to use the cuspid and the bi cuspid next to it, or both premolars or bi's with the molar and two pontics. The addition of one or two extra abutment tooth is for the support and longevity of the bridge. Without needed additional support the bridge would likely torque the two abutment teeth during chewing and initially cause hypersensitivity, bridge failure, then eventually a root fracture. Its better to do the bridge correctly rather than try to get by without the support.
Discuss all options with your dentist. It may be advisable for you to look at a removable appliance or partial denture which could replace just these missing teeth or any others that may be missing in this arch.
Reply:yes
Reply:YES I will be a 4 unit fixed bridge. Expensive Doc W
Dental Bridge question.. I have a missing middle front tooth. I have to wait 9 months if I want a post, due to
bone damage.. but I can of course get a bridge now..
I need to hear from someone who has had a missing front tooth.
I want to know what it's like have a bridge like this, in front?
They will have to cut down my two teeth on either side of the missing tooth and they will put in a three tooth bridge.. Will this feel like my "normal teeth?" Will my speech be affected (because there is a small space left above the center tooth, so it can be flossed?)
Any personal experiences you can relay will be appreciated.
I just want to do the right thing for myself, and once I've had the teeth on both sides of my missing tooth ground off, it will be too late, if it's the wrong thing to do?
So if you have had this experience, or know someone who has, please write to me and give me your thoughts...?
Thanks very much...
Dental Bridge question.. I have a missing middle front tooth. I have to wait 9 months if I want a post, due to
implant or BB has its own advantages and disadvantages.
the advan of implant is that you don't touch your oposing tooth.
the disadv is that implant could take up to 1year and by the 1 year or sooner the implant might fail .the intergration of bone to inplant might not happen this way you loose your implant as well as your $1500 -2500 that you have invested.
the advant of a BB bridge is its fast and less $.
that disadv is that you are involving your two other teeth.
BB could look very very nice if you decide to go with good stuff. a good BB that you could make is called a ceptek which is made of yellow gold inside and porclain outside. with this you will not get black line by your gumline and it looks really good.
if you decide to go with cont BB make sure you ask for Facial porclain margin. which is a lining by your gum line that prevent you from having blk line. good luck
Reply:Well, I have a crown, but I guess that doesn't count...
Reply:just two month ago i also maked both side bridge its not harmful for anyway.speech will not affected but to settle it is taking time don't give up.chew will give little problem but for you no because you have front teeth. look wise it is perfactly fine can't make out like bridge.hopefully you understand what i mean to say.go ahead.
Reply:go for the implant..even if it means 9 months
never cut natural tooth if can b avoided
Reply:first off, make sure you go to a good dentist! second, if the bridge is not done properly it could affect your speech alot of laboratories do not bother putting the proper features on the back of anterior teeth, they make them smooth which will affect your speech. you can get something to temporarily fill the space you have until you can get your implant, and you need to so that the teeth don't shift.
Reply:I've been there done that. I lost my front tooth at 26, had a 3 tooth bridge put in and now, 15 years later I'm paying the price for that bridge. It was replaced last year and it wouldn't hold any more on the other front teeth. Done twice over, in the end, I had the other front tooth pulled and just got implants put in on teeth 9/10. I should have done that years ago. I would highly suggest save your other teeth and put in an implant. My other front teeth were recrowned together and they are not cooperating. They had me save them but they are not doing well at all. If I can go back to 15 years ago, I would have skipped that first bridge and gone with an implant on tooth 9.
I need to hear from someone who has had a missing front tooth.
I want to know what it's like have a bridge like this, in front?
They will have to cut down my two teeth on either side of the missing tooth and they will put in a three tooth bridge.. Will this feel like my "normal teeth?" Will my speech be affected (because there is a small space left above the center tooth, so it can be flossed?)
Any personal experiences you can relay will be appreciated.
I just want to do the right thing for myself, and once I've had the teeth on both sides of my missing tooth ground off, it will be too late, if it's the wrong thing to do?
So if you have had this experience, or know someone who has, please write to me and give me your thoughts...?
Thanks very much...
Dental Bridge question.. I have a missing middle front tooth. I have to wait 9 months if I want a post, due to
implant or BB has its own advantages and disadvantages.
the advan of implant is that you don't touch your oposing tooth.
the disadv is that implant could take up to 1year and by the 1 year or sooner the implant might fail .the intergration of bone to inplant might not happen this way you loose your implant as well as your $1500 -2500 that you have invested.
the advant of a BB bridge is its fast and less $.
that disadv is that you are involving your two other teeth.
BB could look very very nice if you decide to go with good stuff. a good BB that you could make is called a ceptek which is made of yellow gold inside and porclain outside. with this you will not get black line by your gumline and it looks really good.
if you decide to go with cont BB make sure you ask for Facial porclain margin. which is a lining by your gum line that prevent you from having blk line. good luck
Reply:Well, I have a crown, but I guess that doesn't count...
Reply:just two month ago i also maked both side bridge its not harmful for anyway.speech will not affected but to settle it is taking time don't give up.chew will give little problem but for you no because you have front teeth. look wise it is perfactly fine can't make out like bridge.hopefully you understand what i mean to say.go ahead.
Reply:go for the implant..even if it means 9 months
never cut natural tooth if can b avoided
Reply:first off, make sure you go to a good dentist! second, if the bridge is not done properly it could affect your speech alot of laboratories do not bother putting the proper features on the back of anterior teeth, they make them smooth which will affect your speech. you can get something to temporarily fill the space you have until you can get your implant, and you need to so that the teeth don't shift.
Reply:I've been there done that. I lost my front tooth at 26, had a 3 tooth bridge put in and now, 15 years later I'm paying the price for that bridge. It was replaced last year and it wouldn't hold any more on the other front teeth. Done twice over, in the end, I had the other front tooth pulled and just got implants put in on teeth 9/10. I should have done that years ago. I would highly suggest save your other teeth and put in an implant. My other front teeth were recrowned together and they are not cooperating. They had me save them but they are not doing well at all. If I can go back to 15 years ago, I would have skipped that first bridge and gone with an implant on tooth 9.
Dental Bridge-"After shock!"?
I had some major work done 2 days ago. 2/1/2 hours in the chair. (upper front) bridge work. They had extract the rest of the tooth that broke off and stich the gum. Then "ground" down the teeth on either side and fit a temporary bridge which I am wearing. The assistant gave me a few Antephedimene tablets (600mg) and said to rinse with salt solution 5 times a day.
No one said My lip would be swollen and pain these next days. Is this normal? should I get an antipiotic or will the swelling and discomfort gradually go away in a week or so. My next appointment is in 6 weeks as the dentist wanted the sutures to heal before the final fitting. What say all you bridge veterans!!
Dental Bridge-"After shock!"?
If its still swallen after two days and painful, see ur dentist for some advise. there could be an infection probably in the gum around the bridge. sometimes u have a bad reaction to temporary bridge in mouth.
Keep rinsing with warm salty water and dont worry too much.
X D
Reply:Everything you're describing sounds normal.
Reply:Most likely your discomfort and swelling was from the tooth extraction.
Even though your dentist probably used resorbable sutures (since he told you to go back in 6 weeks), to be safe you can always ask the dentist for a follow-up to check the extraction site.
Give them a call, and good luck.
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No one said My lip would be swollen and pain these next days. Is this normal? should I get an antipiotic or will the swelling and discomfort gradually go away in a week or so. My next appointment is in 6 weeks as the dentist wanted the sutures to heal before the final fitting. What say all you bridge veterans!!
Dental Bridge-"After shock!"?
If its still swallen after two days and painful, see ur dentist for some advise. there could be an infection probably in the gum around the bridge. sometimes u have a bad reaction to temporary bridge in mouth.
Keep rinsing with warm salty water and dont worry too much.
X D
Reply:Everything you're describing sounds normal.
Reply:Most likely your discomfort and swelling was from the tooth extraction.
Even though your dentist probably used resorbable sutures (since he told you to go back in 6 weeks), to be safe you can always ask the dentist for a follow-up to check the extraction site.
Give them a call, and good luck.
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Relatively new dental bridge, crowns, feels weird and not right. Dentists advice, please :(?
Two months ago I had a porcelain bridge put over my six upper front teeth (the two middle ones and the two adjacent ones on each side). The teeth next to my two front centre teeth never grew, so the bridge is effectively four crowns and two "teeth" structures.
1) The bridge feels lighter than the other teeth and Im too paranoid to chew with it. I realise that of course theyre different, as theyre porcelain. I guess I thought they would be heavier than the other teeth, but the sensation of chewing with them is quite frightening, because they feel lighter, like they could crack. Is this normal, or did I get a bad job done?
2) When I make a sucking motion of any sort (e.g. eating ice cream, sucking drink through a straw, licking my lips, etc.) it just feels awful. Im sure that Im going to suck them off and be left with the ground-down teeth they left underneath. Is this sensation normal?
3) I also think that I hear them crackle, like the cement is breaking. Is this possible?
Relatively new dental bridge, crowns, feels weird and not right. Dentists advice, please :(?
Best thing you can do is pop in to see the dentist that made it to have it checked out.
Every dentist I have met truly means the best for their patients and they want their patients to be comfortable (after all, we don't want you talking bad about us to all your friends).
If you are still concerned about the quality of the work, most will offer second opinions just to alleve your piece of mind.
The best thing to do is to be proactice and have someone look at it.
The worst thing to do is to go months and months without "knowing" if everything is OK. Our minds can do strange things and what might be a non-issue can start to overwhelm our thoughts.
And if their "is" a problem, the earlier it is addressed the better (and less expensive) it will be.
Good Luck, email me with any questions!
Mark
Reply:my mother is a dentist, hers wat i know so far from her.im 19, my mum is 39.
folow this for good teeth.
Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.
Floss your teeth at least once a day.
Don't smoke or chew tobacco.
Ask your doctor if your medicines have side effects that
might damage your teeth. (For example, some medicines
may cause you to have a dry mouth.)
Look inside your mouth regularly for sores that don't heal, irritated gums or other changes.
See your dentist regularly.
Wear the right protective headgear while playing contact sports
Reply:It does take time to get used to this extensive dental work. All things are new now! Chewing, smiling and anything else. Keep in mind when bridges and crowns are made they are NOT shaped like the origional teeth at all!!
Also after having root canals your mouth feels different!! Where you onve had feelng you do not anymore! It is a strange feeling.
All this said!! I assure you it will not fall off!! You do need to use floss treaders because there is always a posability of loose cement, not from the areas that need cement, but from the overflow that may not have been removed properly.
I would suggest going back to your dentist to see if there is anything wrong with the bridge. If you are still not happy in 6 mo they should replace them for just a lab fee, which is about 60-90 a tooth. They should do this for you!!
Good luck!!
1) The bridge feels lighter than the other teeth and Im too paranoid to chew with it. I realise that of course theyre different, as theyre porcelain. I guess I thought they would be heavier than the other teeth, but the sensation of chewing with them is quite frightening, because they feel lighter, like they could crack. Is this normal, or did I get a bad job done?
2) When I make a sucking motion of any sort (e.g. eating ice cream, sucking drink through a straw, licking my lips, etc.) it just feels awful. Im sure that Im going to suck them off and be left with the ground-down teeth they left underneath. Is this sensation normal?
3) I also think that I hear them crackle, like the cement is breaking. Is this possible?
Relatively new dental bridge, crowns, feels weird and not right. Dentists advice, please :(?
Best thing you can do is pop in to see the dentist that made it to have it checked out.
Every dentist I have met truly means the best for their patients and they want their patients to be comfortable (after all, we don't want you talking bad about us to all your friends).
If you are still concerned about the quality of the work, most will offer second opinions just to alleve your piece of mind.
The best thing to do is to be proactice and have someone look at it.
The worst thing to do is to go months and months without "knowing" if everything is OK. Our minds can do strange things and what might be a non-issue can start to overwhelm our thoughts.
And if their "is" a problem, the earlier it is addressed the better (and less expensive) it will be.
Good Luck, email me with any questions!
Mark
Reply:my mother is a dentist, hers wat i know so far from her.im 19, my mum is 39.
folow this for good teeth.
Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.
Floss your teeth at least once a day.
Don't smoke or chew tobacco.
Ask your doctor if your medicines have side effects that
might damage your teeth. (For example, some medicines
may cause you to have a dry mouth.)
Look inside your mouth regularly for sores that don't heal, irritated gums or other changes.
See your dentist regularly.
Wear the right protective headgear while playing contact sports
Reply:It does take time to get used to this extensive dental work. All things are new now! Chewing, smiling and anything else. Keep in mind when bridges and crowns are made they are NOT shaped like the origional teeth at all!!
Also after having root canals your mouth feels different!! Where you onve had feelng you do not anymore! It is a strange feeling.
All this said!! I assure you it will not fall off!! You do need to use floss treaders because there is always a posability of loose cement, not from the areas that need cement, but from the overflow that may not have been removed properly.
I would suggest going back to your dentist to see if there is anything wrong with the bridge. If you are still not happy in 6 mo they should replace them for just a lab fee, which is about 60-90 a tooth. They should do this for you!!
Good luck!!
I have a dental bridge for my upper row of front teeth.. Should there be a gap between my gums and the bridge?
About a year ago, I had an accident that resulted in the loss of 4 of my upper front teeth.. The dentist pulled the broken ones and installed a 6 tooth long bridge that attached itself to both of my canines. I have a metal plate underneath, and the bridge is permanent (at least for ten years or so), but there appears to be a gap of space between the bridge and my upper gums. Should this be there?... Shouldn't the bridge be pushed all the way up to the gum to hide any spacing in between?... It looks horrible when I smile because of the blackness from the gap... makes my mouth look somewhat rotten to those who do not know that what they are seeing is a gap between the bridge and gums. The first time my dentist was to install the bridge, it turned out that the lab has made it in the incorrect size, so I had to come back... he seemed skiddish upon installing the second one, I think he knew it didn't fit correctly, but installed it anyway to save time and money for himself. What can I do?
I have a dental bridge for my upper row of front teeth.. Should there be a gap between my gums and the bridge?
The fact that you got the "vibes" that this wasn't done quite right is a bad indicator. No one wants to feel that way when getting aesthetic dental work accomplished.
The key to handling this is to ask your dentist if this would be okay in his mouth. In other words, would he want to see that gap if that bridge were in his mouth. Unless you get a good answer that makes the utmost sense to you, I suggest you press the point to have it redone.
Now, I'm not being critical in that there could be a thousand reasons why it was left in that manner, but it needs to be communicated to you and make sense to you. If it doesn't add up then go to another office and get a second opinion and compare notes.
Best of luck to you!!!
Reply:IF THE DENTIST DIDN'T FEEL COMFORTABLE PUTTING IN THE BRIDGE BUT DID IT ANYWAY, HE'S AT FAULT AND SHOULD REDO THE WORK AND PUT IN IN A BRIDGE THAT FITS PROPERLY.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IS REMIND HIM HE DIDN'T FEEL COMFORTABLE PUTTING IT IN BUT DID IT ANYWAY AGAINST HIS BETTER JUDGMENT. HE SHOULD DO IT AGAIN.
I have a dental bridge for my upper row of front teeth.. Should there be a gap between my gums and the bridge?
The fact that you got the "vibes" that this wasn't done quite right is a bad indicator. No one wants to feel that way when getting aesthetic dental work accomplished.
The key to handling this is to ask your dentist if this would be okay in his mouth. In other words, would he want to see that gap if that bridge were in his mouth. Unless you get a good answer that makes the utmost sense to you, I suggest you press the point to have it redone.
Now, I'm not being critical in that there could be a thousand reasons why it was left in that manner, but it needs to be communicated to you and make sense to you. If it doesn't add up then go to another office and get a second opinion and compare notes.
Best of luck to you!!!
Reply:IF THE DENTIST DIDN'T FEEL COMFORTABLE PUTTING IN THE BRIDGE BUT DID IT ANYWAY, HE'S AT FAULT AND SHOULD REDO THE WORK AND PUT IN IN A BRIDGE THAT FITS PROPERLY.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IS REMIND HIM HE DIDN'T FEEL COMFORTABLE PUTTING IT IN BUT DID IT ANYWAY AGAINST HIS BETTER JUDGMENT. HE SHOULD DO IT AGAIN.
Question about dental bridge.?
I recently had a fronth tooth pulled due to a failed apieoctomy. I sought a new dentist who pulled the tooth to create a 5 unit front bridge with one pontic, porcelin covering steel.
After wearing the temp.I came back for 2 fittings. Then when time to place bridge permanently,,,, I developed a very sensitive tooth that was prepared and built up for the bridge. Dentist said the tooth became inflamed because build up material came off. I carefully suggested that this was his fault and he responded that this happens,,,but I had to eat another $370 dollars for a root canal! He wasn't budging. This bridge,,,now my out of pocket cost is $3,300 dollars!
Furthermore, can this new bridge receive placement of bonding to correct a tooth shape I don't care for on the permanent bridge? It was an exact model of my tooth, but I assumed he would correct it. I don't want it sent out again.
Please respond with your ideas and experience.
Question about dental bridge.?
I believe that they can reshape them.
Maybe you can find the place that actually does that type work for the doctor.
Then you won't have to go through him again.
I would dump that Dr. personally.
Reply:If you want the bridge redone (ie change the way it looks) then you gotta send it out to the lab that did it. The problem with that is, if you're not a dentist then they probably won't do it for you b/c you need an account with them and they'll find out you aren't a dentist. Which means head back to the dentist that delivered your bridge, and explain to him the situation with your bridge.
3,300 is a large amount of money but considering you're paying for a 5 unit bridge (that's 4 crowns at 800 dollars and a pontic that can run up to, if not more than 900 dollars) that sounds about right.
With regards to spending money on the root canal treatment because the build up of your tooth came off, I totally agree with your dentist. It happens. Doesn't happen to everyone all the time b/c we're a different from one another, including our teeth.
Why in dental school, I had a patient who needed a crown, but on the day that I was going to deliver the crown, I took the temp off and the silver filling build up came off WITH the temporary. I explained what happened and basically said "**** like this happens sometimes". Well he needed a root canal treatment ($375 dental school prices) and a post ($150) then we had to send it out for another crown.
After wearing the temp.I came back for 2 fittings. Then when time to place bridge permanently,,,, I developed a very sensitive tooth that was prepared and built up for the bridge. Dentist said the tooth became inflamed because build up material came off. I carefully suggested that this was his fault and he responded that this happens,,,but I had to eat another $370 dollars for a root canal! He wasn't budging. This bridge,,,now my out of pocket cost is $3,300 dollars!
Furthermore, can this new bridge receive placement of bonding to correct a tooth shape I don't care for on the permanent bridge? It was an exact model of my tooth, but I assumed he would correct it. I don't want it sent out again.
Please respond with your ideas and experience.
Question about dental bridge.?
I believe that they can reshape them.
Maybe you can find the place that actually does that type work for the doctor.
Then you won't have to go through him again.
I would dump that Dr. personally.
Reply:If you want the bridge redone (ie change the way it looks) then you gotta send it out to the lab that did it. The problem with that is, if you're not a dentist then they probably won't do it for you b/c you need an account with them and they'll find out you aren't a dentist. Which means head back to the dentist that delivered your bridge, and explain to him the situation with your bridge.
3,300 is a large amount of money but considering you're paying for a 5 unit bridge (that's 4 crowns at 800 dollars and a pontic that can run up to, if not more than 900 dollars) that sounds about right.
With regards to spending money on the root canal treatment because the build up of your tooth came off, I totally agree with your dentist. It happens. Doesn't happen to everyone all the time b/c we're a different from one another, including our teeth.
Why in dental school, I had a patient who needed a crown, but on the day that I was going to deliver the crown, I took the temp off and the silver filling build up came off WITH the temporary. I explained what happened and basically said "**** like this happens sometimes". Well he needed a root canal treatment ($375 dental school prices) and a post ($150) then we had to send it out for another crown.
Dental bridge..I've just got back from oversea.My actions cost me 4 tooth on the upper side,from No.7 to 10
..on my last days,just before leave...oh,just my luck.
I went to med. check up then to the dentist,who wanted to pull the remains out....WTH.
Some of them was OK to save..even I knew it.
I decided to to see a D.D.S. here at home.
She was kind a cool and very professional..but had the same options or a bridge from k9 to k9..meaning a 6 unit bridge.
Mine k9s were pretty good though in perfect condition except for some tartar.
She was able to save 3 out of 4 for the bridge but they weren't enough without the k9s..go figure?!
So I went with the 6 unit bridge,5 with one false..No.9.
I having my temp. bridge already for 2 days..but what a feeling.
There is no pain..yet/not yet.
My questions..
How strong are 6 unit upper front porcelain bridges?
How easily knockable out?
Lots of discomfort..will I ever get used to it?
Feels kind a bulky..the final bridge will be diff.?
The final bridge has diff. cement then the temp.?
Was it a mistake?Should I start to save for implants?
thanx everybody..
Dental bridge..I've just got back from oversea.My actions cost me 4 tooth on the upper side,from No.7 to 10
Give your final bridge a chance. It will definitely feel different than the temporary bridge. Bridges are pretty strong. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with it. Just be sure to keep the bridge area clean b/c if you get cavities on the teeth that the bridge are attached to, your bridge will have to be removed to fill the tooth.
It isn't uncommon for bridges to become slightly loose after some time. Just have regular check ups so the teeth can be x-ray ed and your dentist can stay on top of any problems that may arise.
If you're not happy, you can always go for implants, but give the bridge time to do what it has been designed to do.
Best Wishes!
Reply:HELLO BOREE,
WHILE A DENTAL BRIDGE FROM TEETH 6-11 MAY BE STRONG FOR MANY YEARS, I HAD SOME PATIENTS FOR WHOM THIS BRIDGE DESIGN WAS NOT STRONG ENOUGH AFTER YEARS OF USE.
WHAT HAPPENED?
THE ARCHITECTURE AND THE LONG DISTANCE BETWEEN 6 AND 11 PROVED TO BE TOO STRESSFUL FOR THE SUPPORTING TEETH. A BETTER CHOICE IS A DOUBLE-ABUTTED BRIDGE FROM TEETH 5,6==11,12.
IN THIS WAY THE TEETH RIGHT NEXT TO 6 AND 11 CAN ALSO BE USED FOR SUPPORTING THE BRIDGE.
YET A BETTER CHOICE STILL IS TO ULTIMATELY GET DENTAL IMPLANTS.
Reply:Honestly a lot of factors play into this. How many back teeth do you have? Do you have any signs of bruxism (grinding)? Are you in group function of canine rise (how your teeth seperate when you grind to the sides)? Etc...
I personally like to tie as few teeth as possible into a bridge when I make them. The reason is simple, less chance for something to go wrong over the long term. So depending on your situation, 6-11 should work. The final bridge will be smooth, and look much better then your temps. Good luck!
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I went to med. check up then to the dentist,who wanted to pull the remains out....WTH.
Some of them was OK to save..even I knew it.
I decided to to see a D.D.S. here at home.
She was kind a cool and very professional..but had the same options or a bridge from k9 to k9..meaning a 6 unit bridge.
Mine k9s were pretty good though in perfect condition except for some tartar.
She was able to save 3 out of 4 for the bridge but they weren't enough without the k9s..go figure?!
So I went with the 6 unit bridge,5 with one false..No.9.
I having my temp. bridge already for 2 days..but what a feeling.
There is no pain..yet/not yet.
My questions..
How strong are 6 unit upper front porcelain bridges?
How easily knockable out?
Lots of discomfort..will I ever get used to it?
Feels kind a bulky..the final bridge will be diff.?
The final bridge has diff. cement then the temp.?
Was it a mistake?Should I start to save for implants?
thanx everybody..
Dental bridge..I've just got back from oversea.My actions cost me 4 tooth on the upper side,from No.7 to 10
Give your final bridge a chance. It will definitely feel different than the temporary bridge. Bridges are pretty strong. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with it. Just be sure to keep the bridge area clean b/c if you get cavities on the teeth that the bridge are attached to, your bridge will have to be removed to fill the tooth.
It isn't uncommon for bridges to become slightly loose after some time. Just have regular check ups so the teeth can be x-ray ed and your dentist can stay on top of any problems that may arise.
If you're not happy, you can always go for implants, but give the bridge time to do what it has been designed to do.
Best Wishes!
Reply:HELLO BOREE,
WHILE A DENTAL BRIDGE FROM TEETH 6-11 MAY BE STRONG FOR MANY YEARS, I HAD SOME PATIENTS FOR WHOM THIS BRIDGE DESIGN WAS NOT STRONG ENOUGH AFTER YEARS OF USE.
WHAT HAPPENED?
THE ARCHITECTURE AND THE LONG DISTANCE BETWEEN 6 AND 11 PROVED TO BE TOO STRESSFUL FOR THE SUPPORTING TEETH. A BETTER CHOICE IS A DOUBLE-ABUTTED BRIDGE FROM TEETH 5,6==11,12.
IN THIS WAY THE TEETH RIGHT NEXT TO 6 AND 11 CAN ALSO BE USED FOR SUPPORTING THE BRIDGE.
YET A BETTER CHOICE STILL IS TO ULTIMATELY GET DENTAL IMPLANTS.
Reply:Honestly a lot of factors play into this. How many back teeth do you have? Do you have any signs of bruxism (grinding)? Are you in group function of canine rise (how your teeth seperate when you grind to the sides)? Etc...
I personally like to tie as few teeth as possible into a bridge when I make them. The reason is simple, less chance for something to go wrong over the long term. So depending on your situation, 6-11 should work. The final bridge will be smooth, and look much better then your temps. Good luck!
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Question about dental bridge.?
I recently had a fronth tooth pulled due to a failed apieoctomy. I sought a new dentist who pulled the tooth to create a 5 unit front bridge with one pontic, porcelin covering steel.
After wearing the temp.I came back for 2 fittings. Then when time to place bridge permanently,,,, I developed a very sensitive tooth that was prepared and built up for the bridge. Dentist said the tooth became inflamed because build up material came off. I carefully suggested that this was HIS fault and he responded that this happens,,,but I had to EAT another $370 dollars for a root canal! He wasn't budging. This bridge,,,now my out of pocket cost is $3,300 dollars! He received 700 from insurance.
Furthermore, can this new bridge receive placement of bonding material to correct a tooth shape on the permanent bridge? It was an exact model of my tooth, but I assumed he would correct it. I don't want it sent out again.
Please respond with your impressions.I have bridge,tempglue for 3more weeks toheal
Question about dental bridge.?
It sounds like you are wearing the temp bridge still? If so your permanent may be straight? you should ask your dentist.
If its your permanent bridge cemented with temp cement, then you could ask for it to be remade... you may have to pay the lab costs for that, depending on the dentist.
I'm not sure that your tooth became sensitive from the build up material coming off. There are many other reasons for that though, and it would not be unusual to need a root canal while getting this sort of treatment, so it most likely (but not impossibly) is not your dentists fault.
You can bond material to the front of the bridge.... but its not as good as the real thing.. and if its stuck with temporary cement then why wouldn't you take this one time opportunity to have it changed! the technician may be able to add real porcelain to the front of the tooth to recontour it then!
After wearing the temp.I came back for 2 fittings. Then when time to place bridge permanently,,,, I developed a very sensitive tooth that was prepared and built up for the bridge. Dentist said the tooth became inflamed because build up material came off. I carefully suggested that this was HIS fault and he responded that this happens,,,but I had to EAT another $370 dollars for a root canal! He wasn't budging. This bridge,,,now my out of pocket cost is $3,300 dollars! He received 700 from insurance.
Furthermore, can this new bridge receive placement of bonding material to correct a tooth shape on the permanent bridge? It was an exact model of my tooth, but I assumed he would correct it. I don't want it sent out again.
Please respond with your impressions.I have bridge,tempglue for 3more weeks toheal
Question about dental bridge.?
It sounds like you are wearing the temp bridge still? If so your permanent may be straight? you should ask your dentist.
If its your permanent bridge cemented with temp cement, then you could ask for it to be remade... you may have to pay the lab costs for that, depending on the dentist.
I'm not sure that your tooth became sensitive from the build up material coming off. There are many other reasons for that though, and it would not be unusual to need a root canal while getting this sort of treatment, so it most likely (but not impossibly) is not your dentists fault.
You can bond material to the front of the bridge.... but its not as good as the real thing.. and if its stuck with temporary cement then why wouldn't you take this one time opportunity to have it changed! the technician may be able to add real porcelain to the front of the tooth to recontour it then!
Dental implants/bridge - what is it like?
I had a permanent tooth completely missing (one of my bottom molars) so I've had a space there for a long time since getting the primary one pulled. I just got my wisdom teeth removed and can finally start considering filling in that space. They originally told me I would get a bridge, but my last dental visit they recommended an implant. Of course I'm waiting until I get married this summer and start working and have it covered under insurance, so I'll probably get it done in the next year or so when I'm 22/23 yrs old. I was wondering what is the better option, and if I do go for the implant is it a painful procedure? I had no pain with the wisdom teeth extraction (3 out total, just minor discomfort and no swelling, no need for the vicadin, great experience surprisingly), and other teeth pullings I was fine as well. Does this mean I shouldn't be worried about the implant procedure as well, or is it much more intense?
Dental implants/bridge - what is it like?
I had an implant to correct a problem similar to yours, and it wasn't too bad. Of course, like any dental procedure, it wasn't exactly enjoyable. But the result is that I can chew on both sides of my mouth for the first time in a long time. Hopefully you have good dental insurance, because it cost me about $3K.
Reply:The best option is dental implants $1200 each.
Dental implants/bridge - what is it like?
I had an implant to correct a problem similar to yours, and it wasn't too bad. Of course, like any dental procedure, it wasn't exactly enjoyable. But the result is that I can chew on both sides of my mouth for the first time in a long time. Hopefully you have good dental insurance, because it cost me about $3K.
Reply:The best option is dental implants $1200 each.
Dental bridge for gaps between teeth?
Could anyone explain the mechanics of Dental Bridges? Two of my permanent molars (1 on each side) were pulled out a few months ago, and i was advised to get bridges for the gaps to keep my front teeth from separating.
Also, it's already around 4 months since they were pulled out. How long can it wait before the front teeth start separating? I'm planning on getting bridges soon. Thanks for any advice!
Dental bridge for gaps between teeth?
The two teeth on either side of the missing tooth are reduced and an impression is taken, along with a shade matching the color of your teeth. The impression is sent to the lab so the bridge (called a 3-unit bridge) can be processed. You will have temporary crowns on the reduced teeth when you leave, or a temporary bridge.
When the bridge comes back, it's either in a 'try-in' stage, where there isn't any porcelain on it yet, or in an 'insert' stage where the dentist can insert it with permanent cement once any necessary adjustments have been made.
An implant on either side might be an option as well, but you have to be a candidate for one and they're not covered by dental insurance.
Hope this helped~
Reply:I have one myself...........:) Report It
Reply:http://Dentalbridges.com
Reply:NEWS FLASH!!!
your front teeth won't separate because of this, but you may end up having the opposing teeth grow out of place causing tooth cold sensitivity and other problems.
Reply:I have dental bridges in my mouth. They are expensive but will look much much much better than missing teeth.
Be sure to floss, brush, and visit your dentist regularily because bridges can go bad underneath and then you are really in a pickle.
Also, it's already around 4 months since they were pulled out. How long can it wait before the front teeth start separating? I'm planning on getting bridges soon. Thanks for any advice!
Dental bridge for gaps between teeth?
The two teeth on either side of the missing tooth are reduced and an impression is taken, along with a shade matching the color of your teeth. The impression is sent to the lab so the bridge (called a 3-unit bridge) can be processed. You will have temporary crowns on the reduced teeth when you leave, or a temporary bridge.
When the bridge comes back, it's either in a 'try-in' stage, where there isn't any porcelain on it yet, or in an 'insert' stage where the dentist can insert it with permanent cement once any necessary adjustments have been made.
An implant on either side might be an option as well, but you have to be a candidate for one and they're not covered by dental insurance.
Hope this helped~
Reply:I have one myself...........:) Report It
Reply:http://Dentalbridges.com
Reply:NEWS FLASH!!!
your front teeth won't separate because of this, but you may end up having the opposing teeth grow out of place causing tooth cold sensitivity and other problems.
Reply:I have dental bridges in my mouth. They are expensive but will look much much much better than missing teeth.
Be sure to floss, brush, and visit your dentist regularily because bridges can go bad underneath and then you are really in a pickle.
Dental Question? I lost a front tooth and am considering a bridge....?
Is there anyone out there who has had a missing front tooth, and received a dental bridge, and if so can you tell me whatever you can, insofar as what I should be prepared for, how hard it is to clean etc?
I was considering getting a post and a crown, but that procedure will take 7 months and I am having a hard time living without a front tooth even with this flipper replacement tooth, (that I will not wear.)
Dental Question? I lost a front tooth and am considering a bridge....?
It is not hard to clean at all when ever you get your teeth cleaned you can always ask the dental hygienist to show you the proper way or even when you get you bridge put on they can show you in the office before you go just remember you cant be eating sticky stuff like candy apples this is not your tooth and you will need to be careful i mean they are real sturdy but you still need to be a little careful.
Reply:yes i chipped my front tooth and had a crown placed on it. the biggest suggestion i can give is.....DO NOT GO CHEAP. dont go to a dentist who is really cheap because the color matching wont look good. I spent a 1,000 on mine and the match was perfect. could not even tell the difference. I went to a cheap dentist before that and it looked horrible. I got a refund. expect a root canal if you have probs with it. Mine is infected so i need to go back and get antibiotecs.
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I was considering getting a post and a crown, but that procedure will take 7 months and I am having a hard time living without a front tooth even with this flipper replacement tooth, (that I will not wear.)
Dental Question? I lost a front tooth and am considering a bridge....?
It is not hard to clean at all when ever you get your teeth cleaned you can always ask the dental hygienist to show you the proper way or even when you get you bridge put on they can show you in the office before you go just remember you cant be eating sticky stuff like candy apples this is not your tooth and you will need to be careful i mean they are real sturdy but you still need to be a little careful.
Reply:yes i chipped my front tooth and had a crown placed on it. the biggest suggestion i can give is.....DO NOT GO CHEAP. dont go to a dentist who is really cheap because the color matching wont look good. I spent a 1,000 on mine and the match was perfect. could not even tell the difference. I went to a cheap dentist before that and it looked horrible. I got a refund. expect a root canal if you have probs with it. Mine is infected so i need to go back and get antibiotecs.
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Has anyone got a dental bridge?
my 18 year old daughter has had problems with one tooth for several years, its the first double tooth. shes had a root canal for a while now but keeps getting an infection in it. dentist said last time that if it happens again then he wants to take the root out and make a bridge for. anyone know what this will involve. she s very dental phobic and hates having anything done . thanks for your help.
Has anyone got a dental bridge?
Usually, a bridge involves filing down the teeth either side of the gap once the infected tooth has been removed,this is done about 3-6 months after the extraction to allow the gum to settle. The bridge is made up of 2 crowns with a false porcelain crown in the middle. The crowns are cemented on and the bridge should last for years as long as your daughter keeps the bridge,(and the rest of her mouth),clean and healthy. Your daughter has had root canal done so Im sure she will cope with a bridge prep,it's unfortunate that the root treatment has failed, a bridge is a good replacement for a missing tooth. At the appointment,the Dentist will do some drilling to file the teeth down and take impressions,depending on the surgery, a further appointment a couple of weeks later will be needed to fit the bridge. It will be worth it and I wish your daughter luck.
Reply:i had a bridge put in when i was 18 and i'm now 40 and have never had any bother with it. Its just like getting a crown done. The dentist will file the healthy tooth down to a point and cement the crown and bridge to it. Simple and painless and i would recommend it. Good luck to her.
Reply:Yes, I have two dental bridges in fact - after a nasty fall off my bike as a child flat onto my face in the road. It entails removing the nerves of the two teeth adjoining the gap made by removing the tooth and cementing three "false" teeth in place - thereby forming a "bridge". Very comfortable and not noticeable and your daughter can rest assured that her dentist will give her sufficient pain relief and make her comfortable while undergoing the process - which will entail having a temporary bridge first until the permanent one is cast. She won't regret it.
Reply:I have had a bridge for forty years , best treatment to have, much better than a plate!
Reply:They will not have to take the roots out of the perfectly healthy teeth on either side of the space where the other one comes out. What they do is prepare those two teeth for crowns by shaving around the outside to make the teeth smaller. That way they can get the crowns the same size as her teeth were originally and they will just fit on the tooth like a thimble.
They will need to take a couple of impressions of the teeth. They will use a type of cord/string (soaked in a solution to prevent bleeding) and tuck it under the gums around the tooth to retract the gums. This will make sure that the crown will fit down all the way (and it will look natural). This is when they take an impression with a rubbery substance. It has a lot more detail than the alginate stuff. They will check the colour of her teeth against a shade guide so that the colour matches.
Once they have everything prepped and the impressions, they will put on temporary crowns on the teeth that they prepped because, since they shaved away the enamel, the tooth would be more sensitive. This also prevents the tooth from being damaged. The temporary crowns will not be pretty and they can NOT match the colour. It is just to protect the tooth in the meantime while they send all the impressions and information to the lab to get the crowns made.
The bridge will come back like three teeth stuck together. The one in the middle to replace her missing tooth is solid and the ones on either side are hollow so that they fit over the teeth that she had prepped in the first appointment.
The second appointment should only take a few minutes. They will probably not need to freeze her again for this, so she may have some sensitivity when they take the temporaries off. Then they make sure that the teeth are clean and dry, then cement the bridge in place. Depending on they type of cement they use, they may use a light to harden it. They will tap the crown into place and make sure the bite and everything is ok. It would still be wise to go easy on that side for at least a couple of hours, just to make sure everything's set.
Reply:First of all, have this tooth evaluated by an endodontist [root canal specialist]. It may still be able to be saved. Second, if she does lose the tooth the first choice is a dental implant and crown, not a fixed bridge. With a fixed bridge, the teeth on either side of the space must be shaved down and capped to hold the false tooth [not a good thing unless no other alternative]. With the implant and crown nothing has to be done to the other teeth. Cost wise, both a fixed bridge and implant/crown are about the same.
Has anyone got a dental bridge?
Usually, a bridge involves filing down the teeth either side of the gap once the infected tooth has been removed,this is done about 3-6 months after the extraction to allow the gum to settle. The bridge is made up of 2 crowns with a false porcelain crown in the middle. The crowns are cemented on and the bridge should last for years as long as your daughter keeps the bridge,(and the rest of her mouth),clean and healthy. Your daughter has had root canal done so Im sure she will cope with a bridge prep,it's unfortunate that the root treatment has failed, a bridge is a good replacement for a missing tooth. At the appointment,the Dentist will do some drilling to file the teeth down and take impressions,depending on the surgery, a further appointment a couple of weeks later will be needed to fit the bridge. It will be worth it and I wish your daughter luck.
Reply:i had a bridge put in when i was 18 and i'm now 40 and have never had any bother with it. Its just like getting a crown done. The dentist will file the healthy tooth down to a point and cement the crown and bridge to it. Simple and painless and i would recommend it. Good luck to her.
Reply:Yes, I have two dental bridges in fact - after a nasty fall off my bike as a child flat onto my face in the road. It entails removing the nerves of the two teeth adjoining the gap made by removing the tooth and cementing three "false" teeth in place - thereby forming a "bridge". Very comfortable and not noticeable and your daughter can rest assured that her dentist will give her sufficient pain relief and make her comfortable while undergoing the process - which will entail having a temporary bridge first until the permanent one is cast. She won't regret it.
Reply:I have had a bridge for forty years , best treatment to have, much better than a plate!
Reply:They will not have to take the roots out of the perfectly healthy teeth on either side of the space where the other one comes out. What they do is prepare those two teeth for crowns by shaving around the outside to make the teeth smaller. That way they can get the crowns the same size as her teeth were originally and they will just fit on the tooth like a thimble.
They will need to take a couple of impressions of the teeth. They will use a type of cord/string (soaked in a solution to prevent bleeding) and tuck it under the gums around the tooth to retract the gums. This will make sure that the crown will fit down all the way (and it will look natural). This is when they take an impression with a rubbery substance. It has a lot more detail than the alginate stuff. They will check the colour of her teeth against a shade guide so that the colour matches.
Once they have everything prepped and the impressions, they will put on temporary crowns on the teeth that they prepped because, since they shaved away the enamel, the tooth would be more sensitive. This also prevents the tooth from being damaged. The temporary crowns will not be pretty and they can NOT match the colour. It is just to protect the tooth in the meantime while they send all the impressions and information to the lab to get the crowns made.
The bridge will come back like three teeth stuck together. The one in the middle to replace her missing tooth is solid and the ones on either side are hollow so that they fit over the teeth that she had prepped in the first appointment.
The second appointment should only take a few minutes. They will probably not need to freeze her again for this, so she may have some sensitivity when they take the temporaries off. Then they make sure that the teeth are clean and dry, then cement the bridge in place. Depending on they type of cement they use, they may use a light to harden it. They will tap the crown into place and make sure the bite and everything is ok. It would still be wise to go easy on that side for at least a couple of hours, just to make sure everything's set.
Reply:First of all, have this tooth evaluated by an endodontist [root canal specialist]. It may still be able to be saved. Second, if she does lose the tooth the first choice is a dental implant and crown, not a fixed bridge. With a fixed bridge, the teeth on either side of the space must be shaved down and capped to hold the false tooth [not a good thing unless no other alternative]. With the implant and crown nothing has to be done to the other teeth. Cost wise, both a fixed bridge and implant/crown are about the same.
A good alternative to a dental bridge?
I have a dental bridge that has had to be put back on 3 times in the last year because it will not stay!! For some reason my dentist cant get it to bond... I dont have enough bone structure for an implant so what other options do I have... Unfortunately we are dealing with the military dental system, so getting a new dentist isnt really an option...
A good alternative to a dental bridge?
I'm assuming you've pursued the implant option with an oral surgeon, who can often augment your bone with a graft.
There are a couple of other options. The simplest is to make sure your dentist is using the strongest cement available. For me, it is C%26amp;B Metabond, made by Parkell in Farmingdale NY. I'm guessing the military is using only the latest, right? ;-)
The other option if the teeth are too short or overprepared is to have crown lengthening procedures done on the abutment (holding) teeth. This will expose more tooth structure, and allow a bridge with better retention that will stay in better.
I won't presume to tell the military what to do. It may be worth your while to try to find a sympathetic dentist outside the military to try the first option if only to buy you time until you have other options. Who knows--it may even work better that I hope it will!
Good luck,
Steve Bornfeld, DDS
Reply:If you have a bridge I assume you have at least a few of your teeth left. What you could do is to get partial dentures that could be attatched to the remaining teeth that you could get a crown on.
As far as implants are concerned it is possible to do a bone transplant, but of course it is 100% certain it will be successful.
Could your dentist maybe send you to a specialist? you could ask without worrying, for bridges are supposte to stay for quite a few years unless you have very special and active jaws, maybe a specialist could find out if there was something about the way you bite that could be of importance.
Good luck to you!
Bee - Dental student
Reply:It sounds as if you have used up your options.
Now when I had a bridge (before crowns) it was removable.
Then I had crowns done, the big one being a triple, the two on each side anchor to teeth and the middle one fills a hole where a molar was pulled. These are cemented on.
I don't think I really have any good suggestions for you, I am sorry. Good Luck.
A good alternative to a dental bridge?
I'm assuming you've pursued the implant option with an oral surgeon, who can often augment your bone with a graft.
There are a couple of other options. The simplest is to make sure your dentist is using the strongest cement available. For me, it is C%26amp;B Metabond, made by Parkell in Farmingdale NY. I'm guessing the military is using only the latest, right? ;-)
The other option if the teeth are too short or overprepared is to have crown lengthening procedures done on the abutment (holding) teeth. This will expose more tooth structure, and allow a bridge with better retention that will stay in better.
I won't presume to tell the military what to do. It may be worth your while to try to find a sympathetic dentist outside the military to try the first option if only to buy you time until you have other options. Who knows--it may even work better that I hope it will!
Good luck,
Steve Bornfeld, DDS
Reply:If you have a bridge I assume you have at least a few of your teeth left. What you could do is to get partial dentures that could be attatched to the remaining teeth that you could get a crown on.
As far as implants are concerned it is possible to do a bone transplant, but of course it is 100% certain it will be successful.
Could your dentist maybe send you to a specialist? you could ask without worrying, for bridges are supposte to stay for quite a few years unless you have very special and active jaws, maybe a specialist could find out if there was something about the way you bite that could be of importance.
Good luck to you!
Bee - Dental student
Reply:It sounds as if you have used up your options.
Now when I had a bridge (before crowns) it was removable.
Then I had crowns done, the big one being a triple, the two on each side anchor to teeth and the middle one fills a hole where a molar was pulled. These are cemented on.
I don't think I really have any good suggestions for you, I am sorry. Good Luck.
What temporary bonding can be used for a dental bridge that came off.?
My husband's dental bridge came off and are out of state. He called his dental office and said to use TempCem which is a temporary cement. He can't find it in any drugstore. Tried denture adhesive and that doesn't stick very well. Everytime he eats his bridge comes off again.
What temporary bonding can be used for a dental bridge that came off.?
Let's not forget that perhaps some of the tooth under the bridge may have broken off and that is why the bridge came off. If this is the case no amount of temporary or even permanent dental cement will keep the bridge in place. Your husband needs to get into a dental office and have the bridge looked at.
Reply:Try a WalMart or another drug store. Temporary cement is the best thing for the job.
Reply:temp cement is best. dont use superglue!!!!!
Reply:Over-the-counter Temporary Cement will work the best, but remember, the inside of the bridge should be cleaned out as best as you can and the teeth should be as dry as possible. If it is too wet, then the cement will not hold well. I know that you have tried Denture Adhesive as well, you can even try toothpaste! Use the paste type not the gel type. If none of that works, see if you can be seen by a local dentist to have it temporarily recemented! As the person before me said, no matter what...Don't Resort To Superglue!
Hope this helps!
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What temporary bonding can be used for a dental bridge that came off.?
Let's not forget that perhaps some of the tooth under the bridge may have broken off and that is why the bridge came off. If this is the case no amount of temporary or even permanent dental cement will keep the bridge in place. Your husband needs to get into a dental office and have the bridge looked at.
Reply:Try a WalMart or another drug store. Temporary cement is the best thing for the job.
Reply:temp cement is best. dont use superglue!!!!!
Reply:Over-the-counter Temporary Cement will work the best, but remember, the inside of the bridge should be cleaned out as best as you can and the teeth should be as dry as possible. If it is too wet, then the cement will not hold well. I know that you have tried Denture Adhesive as well, you can even try toothpaste! Use the paste type not the gel type. If none of that works, see if you can be seen by a local dentist to have it temporarily recemented! As the person before me said, no matter what...Don't Resort To Superglue!
Hope this helps!
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How long does a fixed dental bridge last?
I have a fixed dental bridge since 1988....every dentist said that the dentist who made the bridge did a great job on it, and that my teeth and gums are in good shape. I read in sources that a fixed bridge can last 7 to 10 years, but I have it a lot longer than that....so should it last my whole life (I'm 37 now) or should I expect it to come out one day and then have it replaced?
How long does a fixed dental bridge last?
HOHNANCY,
IT'S A GREAT TRIBUTE TO THE GOOD DENTAL WORK DONE, BUT THE REAL PRAISE GOES TO YOU. A BRIDGE WILL LAST AS LONG AS WELL IT'S MADE AND AS WELL AS YOU MAINTAIN IT.
SINCE YOU'VE MANAGED THIS WELL FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS JUST KEEP UP THE GOOD JOB AND DON'T BE SURPRISED IF IT LASTS ANOTHER 20+.
Reply:If it's lasted this long...don't borrow trouble and ask how much longer it's gonna last...be thankful it's still good..(and hope it lasts forever...)
Reply:If they have taken X-rays of that bridge and they don't see anything wrong, why spend the money on another bridge right now? I seen people that had bridges for 20 years, specially if you take care of it and floss it.
How long does a fixed dental bridge last?
HOHNANCY,
IT'S A GREAT TRIBUTE TO THE GOOD DENTAL WORK DONE, BUT THE REAL PRAISE GOES TO YOU. A BRIDGE WILL LAST AS LONG AS WELL IT'S MADE AND AS WELL AS YOU MAINTAIN IT.
SINCE YOU'VE MANAGED THIS WELL FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS JUST KEEP UP THE GOOD JOB AND DON'T BE SURPRISED IF IT LASTS ANOTHER 20+.
Reply:If it's lasted this long...don't borrow trouble and ask how much longer it's gonna last...be thankful it's still good..(and hope it lasts forever...)
Reply:If they have taken X-rays of that bridge and they don't see anything wrong, why spend the money on another bridge right now? I seen people that had bridges for 20 years, specially if you take care of it and floss it.
My temporary dental bridge just fell down I need help!?
LAST TUESDAY I GOT A TEMPORARY DENTAL BRIDGE BUT JUST RIGHT NOW FELL DOWN I'M ON SUCH PAIN, I CALLED MY DOCTOR'S CLINIC THEY RECOMEND TO CALL 911 OR WAIT UNTIL NEXT MONDAY TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE HELP!!
WHAT CAN I DO IN THIS MOMENT?
My temporary dental bridge just fell down I need help!?
shouldn't hurt..??
Reply:the only thing you can do is wait and take painkillers...
Reply:If you are in a tremendous amount of pain I would also suggest going to the ER. They can give you something for the pain. Good Luck.
Reply:Anbesol and Aleve. And call your dentist first thing in the morning. If your dentist doesn't have an after hours phone number, call evey dentist in the phone book until you find one that does. Otherwise, keep applying the Anbesol and keep taking the Aleve until you Monday.
OR you can go to the emergency room now and they can give you something for the pain and write you a short prescrption that will last until Monday.
Whoever suggested that you call 911 is an idiot.
Reply:Are you in pain because of the sensitivity?? or are you having severe tooth pain that would cause you to seek care at the emergency room?? If it is because of the sensitivity you can put some fixadent in the bridge and put it back on until you can see your dentist on Monday. If it is severe pain you can take some pain medication and seek care at an E.R. where they could give you a narcotic and an antibiotic.
Reply:jlouise8 gives good advice, but if you don't have Fixodent and can't get out to get some, use toothpaste. Get it? Tooth. Paste. But seriously, this will actually work to hold your temporary bridge in as it will develop a seal. It's not as strong as the Fixodent, but it will keep the air and saliva out. If you do use Fixodent, try to put just a little bit in there. It would be best if you can sort of "paint" a thin layer with a toothpick or something similar. Use enough to coat it so it forms a seal with your tooth, but don't just gob it in there as this might keep the bridge from going all the way down and you'll have pressure when you bite down.
WHAT CAN I DO IN THIS MOMENT?
My temporary dental bridge just fell down I need help!?
shouldn't hurt..??
Reply:the only thing you can do is wait and take painkillers...
Reply:If you are in a tremendous amount of pain I would also suggest going to the ER. They can give you something for the pain. Good Luck.
Reply:Anbesol and Aleve. And call your dentist first thing in the morning. If your dentist doesn't have an after hours phone number, call evey dentist in the phone book until you find one that does. Otherwise, keep applying the Anbesol and keep taking the Aleve until you Monday.
OR you can go to the emergency room now and they can give you something for the pain and write you a short prescrption that will last until Monday.
Whoever suggested that you call 911 is an idiot.
Reply:Are you in pain because of the sensitivity?? or are you having severe tooth pain that would cause you to seek care at the emergency room?? If it is because of the sensitivity you can put some fixadent in the bridge and put it back on until you can see your dentist on Monday. If it is severe pain you can take some pain medication and seek care at an E.R. where they could give you a narcotic and an antibiotic.
Reply:jlouise8 gives good advice, but if you don't have Fixodent and can't get out to get some, use toothpaste. Get it? Tooth. Paste. But seriously, this will actually work to hold your temporary bridge in as it will develop a seal. It's not as strong as the Fixodent, but it will keep the air and saliva out. If you do use Fixodent, try to put just a little bit in there. It would be best if you can sort of "paint" a thin layer with a toothpick or something similar. Use enough to coat it so it forms a seal with your tooth, but don't just gob it in there as this might keep the bridge from going all the way down and you'll have pressure when you bite down.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
I had a dental bridge put in to replace two pulled lower molar about 8 years ago. Now the last molar that holds the bridge is giving me a lot of pain. The x-ray I took seems to suggest that there is an infection around the root area of the tooth. To treat the tooth (possibly a root canal), my dentist suggests to refer me to a specialist. Being a student I can’t afford the fees a specialist charges (the cost is going to be at least £1,000 according to the dentist). In the mean time, I was given antibiotics to stop the pain.
I am wondering if I should consider having the dental bridge removed so that the affected tooth could be treated as a normal decayed tooth? I could have a new bridge put in after that. My insurance covers these procedure.
Would anyone please give me some advice? Many thanks indeed.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
Mainly the biggest risk involved in removing a bridge would be the fracture of crown (portion of the tooth where the bridge holds on to) of the tooth.
Depending on the decay, a root canal can be performed through the bridge. Mainly by the expert hand of a specialist (endodontic). Therefore saving a big headache and money, but again that just depends on the decay. You got to understand that sometime crowned and bridged teeth need root canals not because of decay but sometimes because the tooth is experiencing pain on cold/hot/pressure due to the reduction of enamel and dentin (the layers of tooth that protect the nerve). But of course decay is not ruled out in a crown or bridge tooth. Decay on crowned/bridged teeth is mainly seen around the margin (the junction between the crown and tooth). Sometimes these margins are not closed (seated) correctly and thus decay occurs; therefore you would need a new crown or bridge. Regular check up really help out.
I am wondering if I should consider having the dental bridge removed so that the affected tooth could be treated as a normal decayed tooth? I could have a new bridge put in after that. My insurance covers these procedure.
Would anyone please give me some advice? Many thanks indeed.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
Mainly the biggest risk involved in removing a bridge would be the fracture of crown (portion of the tooth where the bridge holds on to) of the tooth.
Depending on the decay, a root canal can be performed through the bridge. Mainly by the expert hand of a specialist (endodontic). Therefore saving a big headache and money, but again that just depends on the decay. You got to understand that sometime crowned and bridged teeth need root canals not because of decay but sometimes because the tooth is experiencing pain on cold/hot/pressure due to the reduction of enamel and dentin (the layers of tooth that protect the nerve). But of course decay is not ruled out in a crown or bridge tooth. Decay on crowned/bridged teeth is mainly seen around the margin (the junction between the crown and tooth). Sometimes these margins are not closed (seated) correctly and thus decay occurs; therefore you would need a new crown or bridge. Regular check up really help out.
Acrylic Temporary Dental Bridge?
Will my permanent porcelain dental bridge look more like teeth? I just had a temporary bridge put in and it doesn't look realistic to me and I am self conscious. If anyone has had bridgework and could shed some light on the subject I would like to know.
:)
Acrylic Temporary Dental Bridge?
Temporaries are generally made in the office by an assistant, and they aren't supposed to look perfect. I'm sure you'll agree that it's better than nothing. I'm almost certain that you'll love your permanent bridge. The permanent one's I've seen, you can't tell the difference b/t the bridge and the person's natural teeth.
Reply:TANYA,
THE PERMANENT BRIDGE WILL LOOK VERY MUCH LIKE YOUR NATURAL TEETH. THE TEMP. IS BETTER THAN HAVING NOTHING AND IT MAINTAINS THE DISTANCE STABLE WHILE THE PERMANENT ONE IS MADE.
BEFORE IT GETS PERMANENTLY CEMENTED TAKE SOME TIME TO REALLY EXAMINE IT UNDER DIFFERENT LIGHTS (OUTDOORS) TO SEE HOW IT LOOKS.
slippers
:)
Acrylic Temporary Dental Bridge?
Temporaries are generally made in the office by an assistant, and they aren't supposed to look perfect. I'm sure you'll agree that it's better than nothing. I'm almost certain that you'll love your permanent bridge. The permanent one's I've seen, you can't tell the difference b/t the bridge and the person's natural teeth.
Reply:TANYA,
THE PERMANENT BRIDGE WILL LOOK VERY MUCH LIKE YOUR NATURAL TEETH. THE TEMP. IS BETTER THAN HAVING NOTHING AND IT MAINTAINS THE DISTANCE STABLE WHILE THE PERMANENT ONE IS MADE.
BEFORE IT GETS PERMANENTLY CEMENTED TAKE SOME TIME TO REALLY EXAMINE IT UNDER DIFFERENT LIGHTS (OUTDOORS) TO SEE HOW IT LOOKS.
slippers
Severe tooth pain, just had dental bridge?
I had a dental bridge for my top front teeth done 5 days ago. No pain at the time. 3 days ago, my teeth began to hurt, mild at first but growinger more painful each day. Today I popping excedrin, aspirin, anything I can get like candy and the pain is still present, never goes away. I am scared. The pain feels like it is coming from a tooth right beside where they put the bridge, but sometimes it "moves". Always on the top right hand side of my mouth tho. What should I take for the pain? Should I worry that something serious is wrong, or will this go away eventually? When they did the temp bridge it felt weird but not painful like this! Any advice would be helpful! Thanks!!!
Severe tooth pain, just had dental bridge?
Contacting your dentist is the best way to get to the "root" of your problem. The discomfort you are having could be something as simple as needing a "bite adjustment" OR indications of something else going on, but the only way you can know for sure is to contact your dentist.
Reply:good talk to your dentist but I think this is normal
Reply:Definitely contact your dentist.
Any dental procedure is trauma to the tooth. It's not unusual to have some degree of pain following a bridge procedure. Your bite could just need adjusted. It's amazing how the tiniest bit of adjusting can relieve pain resulting from a bite that is a little off.
On the other hand, this sort of trauma can sometimes aggravate the tooth enough to cause the nerve to die. The nerve could be dying, and that typically requires root canal therapy---I know, not the desirable option.
The movement of the other tooth you describe is worrisome. You really need to follow up with your dentist!
Severe tooth pain, just had dental bridge?
Contacting your dentist is the best way to get to the "root" of your problem. The discomfort you are having could be something as simple as needing a "bite adjustment" OR indications of something else going on, but the only way you can know for sure is to contact your dentist.
Reply:good talk to your dentist but I think this is normal
Reply:Definitely contact your dentist.
Any dental procedure is trauma to the tooth. It's not unusual to have some degree of pain following a bridge procedure. Your bite could just need adjusted. It's amazing how the tiniest bit of adjusting can relieve pain resulting from a bite that is a little off.
On the other hand, this sort of trauma can sometimes aggravate the tooth enough to cause the nerve to die. The nerve could be dying, and that typically requires root canal therapy---I know, not the desirable option.
The movement of the other tooth you describe is worrisome. You really need to follow up with your dentist!
Dental bridge fitted in the uk ?
Hi has anyone in the uk had a dental bridge fitted and how much does it cost.If you havent had one what else have you had done that is similar to this and how much. Thanks
Dental bridge fitted in the uk ?
It depends if you have it done on the NHS when it should cost you about £200, depending on the size, how many teeth it will replace etc. Another way of replacing a lost tooth is an implant. These may only be available privately. However, it is very expensive, about £1000. The dentist will implant a type of screw into the bone and attach a false tooth. It is a permanant measure and is usually only done to replace the front teeth.
Reply:Had one fitted about 5 years ago it cost me £150 back then.It fell out about 3 mths ago and i spend £30 to have it re fitted,1 week later it fell out again so that cost me another £30 yet again,only for that to fall out again after 3 days.Now they tell me the etching on the back has gone and i need a new bridge at a cost of £245.I will get it done but not just yet as thats a lot of money for 1 tooth..
Reply:Maybe a bit silly, but why not go into your local dentist and look at a chart that gives all the prices, or ask a receptionist. ok.
Reply:Martinsbits2000 has had a Marylands bridge placed. These have metal wings which are etched and cemented to the teeth either side. They have a high failure rate, and they collect a lot of plaque, leading to decay. When the decay sets in, it can destroy the supporting teeth. Martin, if you are having another Marylands, they usually work better if only glued to 1 tooth.
A standard bridge consist of a full-encirclement crown on each of the adjacent teeth. These can last for a lifetime. I don't know prices in the UK.
Reply:use denture
Reply:It really depends on how many teeth are involved in the bridge. If it is a 3 unit bridge (2 of your teeth and a space) then it will be very secure doing a fixed bridge. Make sure--if it is to replace a very large space then more teeth are required on the bridge for support. You can also consider a removable partial denture if it is a large space or for many teeth. I don't know UK prices but a standard 3 unit bridge would be about 2500 US dollars where I practice. Go for a consultation with a dentist and see what fees they quote you. It also depends on if you need any additional work done to the teeth that the bridge hooks onto. Also if it is for a one tooth space then you can consider an implant. Ask your dentist--I'm sure they will advise you well. Good luck!
Reply:The new dental fee came in in April and i cant remember which band it comes into, its either £15.50 or £42.40. I think it might comes under urgent treatment there for its £15.50.
Dental bridge fitted in the uk ?
It depends if you have it done on the NHS when it should cost you about £200, depending on the size, how many teeth it will replace etc. Another way of replacing a lost tooth is an implant. These may only be available privately. However, it is very expensive, about £1000. The dentist will implant a type of screw into the bone and attach a false tooth. It is a permanant measure and is usually only done to replace the front teeth.
Reply:Had one fitted about 5 years ago it cost me £150 back then.It fell out about 3 mths ago and i spend £30 to have it re fitted,1 week later it fell out again so that cost me another £30 yet again,only for that to fall out again after 3 days.Now they tell me the etching on the back has gone and i need a new bridge at a cost of £245.I will get it done but not just yet as thats a lot of money for 1 tooth..
Reply:Maybe a bit silly, but why not go into your local dentist and look at a chart that gives all the prices, or ask a receptionist. ok.
Reply:Martinsbits2000 has had a Marylands bridge placed. These have metal wings which are etched and cemented to the teeth either side. They have a high failure rate, and they collect a lot of plaque, leading to decay. When the decay sets in, it can destroy the supporting teeth. Martin, if you are having another Marylands, they usually work better if only glued to 1 tooth.
A standard bridge consist of a full-encirclement crown on each of the adjacent teeth. These can last for a lifetime. I don't know prices in the UK.
Reply:use denture
Reply:It really depends on how many teeth are involved in the bridge. If it is a 3 unit bridge (2 of your teeth and a space) then it will be very secure doing a fixed bridge. Make sure--if it is to replace a very large space then more teeth are required on the bridge for support. You can also consider a removable partial denture if it is a large space or for many teeth. I don't know UK prices but a standard 3 unit bridge would be about 2500 US dollars where I practice. Go for a consultation with a dentist and see what fees they quote you. It also depends on if you need any additional work done to the teeth that the bridge hooks onto. Also if it is for a one tooth space then you can consider an implant. Ask your dentist--I'm sure they will advise you well. Good luck!
Reply:The new dental fee came in in April and i cant remember which band it comes into, its either £15.50 or £42.40. I think it might comes under urgent treatment there for its £15.50.
Permanent dental bridge?
I have a permanent dental bridge that is suspended by my k9s, a couple of days ago my front upper left tooth chipped( tooth is part of the bridge). Can I fix this one tooth or do I have to remove the whole bridge?
Permanent dental bridge?
I think that your dentist will be able to repair this one tooth with little or no effort. Just make an appointment and have them take a look....that's the best way you can find out for sure.
Reply:I'm assuming that you mean that you chipped the porcelain from the bridge. If that is the case...you have three options. 1) Do nothing. Chipped porcelain shouldn't affect the integrity of the bridge. 2) Have the chip "smoothed out" by a dentist you trust. That may improve the way it looks. 3) Have the bridge replaced. If the bridge has been there for a long time, it may be ready to be replaced. The fracturing of the porcelain may be a sign that the time has come for a new bridge.
Dr. Wilson
Phoenix, AZ
Reply:The whole thing have to come out in order to repair it the right way. The porcelain (this is the part that looks like a tooth) has to be re-applied and bake in a oven. (Dental procedure) The dentist may apply a temporary cover on that canine until a permanent repair can be done.
Good luck
Permanent dental bridge?
I think that your dentist will be able to repair this one tooth with little or no effort. Just make an appointment and have them take a look....that's the best way you can find out for sure.
Reply:I'm assuming that you mean that you chipped the porcelain from the bridge. If that is the case...you have three options. 1) Do nothing. Chipped porcelain shouldn't affect the integrity of the bridge. 2) Have the chip "smoothed out" by a dentist you trust. That may improve the way it looks. 3) Have the bridge replaced. If the bridge has been there for a long time, it may be ready to be replaced. The fracturing of the porcelain may be a sign that the time has come for a new bridge.
Dr. Wilson
Phoenix, AZ
Reply:The whole thing have to come out in order to repair it the right way. The porcelain (this is the part that looks like a tooth) has to be re-applied and bake in a oven. (Dental procedure) The dentist may apply a temporary cover on that canine until a permanent repair can be done.
Good luck
Dental advice - Dental bridge replacement??
Hi there
I have had a dental bridge for 27yrs which was done in South Africa - unfortunately one of the front teeth at top near the gum is losing porcelain and shows a little black mark when I smile.
Would I need a complete bridge renewal (done privately) or could this be fixed (say a veneer or something??). Expert advice will be most welcome!
Dental advice - Dental bridge replacement??
More than likely a bridge that is 27 yrs old should be replaced. The bridge margins should be checked for possible decay under that bridge and opened margins which can be a plaque trap. If you are seeing a black line at the edge that is usually a thin metal collar that was meant to be subgingival at one time(under the gum) and your gums have either receded or there is decay present.
Because the bridge had been in your mouth for 27 years to try a repair would be just about crazy, okay insane. Any repairs that would hold would meaning removing the bridge in one piece and re-firing it, all other repairs do not hold worth the 2 cent paid for them.
When Porcelain is originally fused to metal it is place in a oven under vacuum pressure and when a portion of that porcelain breaks off, over time, there is NO GUARANTEE that the adjacent porcelain will not pop off as well.
Your best bet is to have the bridge checked and if possible remade.
If finances are a concern, consider having a partial made to replace the teeth missing under the bridge, and if possible, they may be able to salvage the abutment crowns, but only a dentist can make that determination after a complete examination.
***There is something called "Standard of Care" which all dentists are held to. When we got into this business our goal was to make the lives of the people we treat as best as we possibly can, looking at all options, giving as many options as we can, but never detering from doing our best for any other possible gain or motive. We also don't slouch and give substandard of care because it is easier. In a court of law this can found negligent and of poor standards possibly threatening a person's life. We could ultimately be sued and stripped of our dental license for such practices. A bridge life expectance is 10 years. Some can exceed that limit, but when they start to break down we are obligated to do the very best and giving a PERMANENT restoration, not a quick fix. Being that this bridge is also 27 years old, it could be the old gold to acrylic as well and any practicing dentist who values his license or his ability or most of all, that patient's health would not repair this either. Get yourself in with a real dentist and have it examined fully.***
Reply:expert advice and lots of money
Reply:Some dentists will say you need a whole new bridge. As long as the bridge is sound, you can get that area fixed. Not every dentist knows how, nor has the equipment to correct this.
Procedure after verification of soundness:
Smooth off jagged edges of porcelain
Sandblast metal and porcelain*
Treat porcelain with porcelain repair gel
Treat metal with "metaltite"*
Put silane on the porcelain
Cover all areas with bonding agent
Apply opaquer/masking agent over black/metal*
Put filling material over all of it and polish
The starred areas are some of the materrials the dentists may not have. Call around to find out. I do these repairs all of the time
Good Luck!
Reply:PS to Dr. Helen's response: A shade matching the original bridge shade is selected....
Reply:A twenty seven year old bridge has been a good one, but it may have seen its better days. Porcelain chipping off is a common problem, it happens even with the newer bridges. It leaves only two choices, repair or replace.
The above responder is correct in the fact that a filling can be placed on this chipped porcelain area, although it will not “completely” hide the black marking of the underlying metal of the bridge that is showing through, nor will this bridge ever be as aesthetically pleasing as it once was but it will offer some coverage so it won't be as noticeable. This is a good option to “repair rather than a replace” though.
I would also be hesitant to remove the bridge, if the teeth and bridge are sound and this chipped area isn’t going to present any problem, other than its appearance. The rough porcelain can be easily smoothed giving the patient time to consider their options or do nothing at all to the bridge. Some dentist would prefer to remove the bridge and re-make it; just to be sure the teeth under the bridge are sound, since we can’t see them through the metal of the bridge with an x ray. I can't think of any repair or dental work for that matter, that would cost 2 cents, don't even consider repairing the bridge to be "insane or crazy." Some of the "best dental work" to be found, is the "oldest" work seen today. Helen DDS has given the most appropriate answer to your question.
So the options of “repair or replace” are up to the patient, if the bridge is sound. The appearance vs. the cost of replacement is usually the deciding factor for most patients.
Additional information: Someone advised that the bridge be removed and replace with a removable partial, if finances are an issue. It probably wounldn't be practical to do that, the abutment teeth under the bridge in question would "require crowns," which can be expensive along with the added expense of a "removable partial." Depending on the type of partial selected, it may be "nearly as costly" to take that route not to mention "less acceptable" since it is removable. Having the fixed bridge is the closest thing to natural teeth, with the exception of implants.
Reply:Hi Tina..
If the area is small I'd fix this.
But remember nothing we can give u is ever as satisfactory *** your own teeth.
27 is very good and great value.
Crowns usually last 10ish years despite what you're told they're liable to crack after this time.
You can get this unit of the bridge repaired perhaps but be aware that another bit may go soon..its 27years old.
The smaller the gap the easire it'll be to fix but I'd really need to see it to know.
How big is the bridge?How many units?How many teeth were lost there?
Tell your dentist u want to repair it,u can always think about a new one in the future.
Paul
Reply:i am a dental nurse and have never known a bridge, especailly of that age to be repaired, the margains around the bridge begin to show after time usually due to gum recession. i think you have done very well for it too last 27 years but do think a new bridge would be recommended now also removing it to be able to send it away to a lab for repairs will probably result in damage to the exsisting bridge. all the best.
Reply:Dental composite filling material will not bond well with the bridge. If the bridge can be removed without damaging it, it can be sent to a lab where they can repair the damage. The difficulty will be in removing it. Not such a bad thing when you think that it was put in there to stay!
Ask your dentist, only they will know how your specific bridge can be dealt with. Good luck.
Skin
I have had a dental bridge for 27yrs which was done in South Africa - unfortunately one of the front teeth at top near the gum is losing porcelain and shows a little black mark when I smile.
Would I need a complete bridge renewal (done privately) or could this be fixed (say a veneer or something??). Expert advice will be most welcome!
Dental advice - Dental bridge replacement??
More than likely a bridge that is 27 yrs old should be replaced. The bridge margins should be checked for possible decay under that bridge and opened margins which can be a plaque trap. If you are seeing a black line at the edge that is usually a thin metal collar that was meant to be subgingival at one time(under the gum) and your gums have either receded or there is decay present.
Because the bridge had been in your mouth for 27 years to try a repair would be just about crazy, okay insane. Any repairs that would hold would meaning removing the bridge in one piece and re-firing it, all other repairs do not hold worth the 2 cent paid for them.
When Porcelain is originally fused to metal it is place in a oven under vacuum pressure and when a portion of that porcelain breaks off, over time, there is NO GUARANTEE that the adjacent porcelain will not pop off as well.
Your best bet is to have the bridge checked and if possible remade.
If finances are a concern, consider having a partial made to replace the teeth missing under the bridge, and if possible, they may be able to salvage the abutment crowns, but only a dentist can make that determination after a complete examination.
***There is something called "Standard of Care" which all dentists are held to. When we got into this business our goal was to make the lives of the people we treat as best as we possibly can, looking at all options, giving as many options as we can, but never detering from doing our best for any other possible gain or motive. We also don't slouch and give substandard of care because it is easier. In a court of law this can found negligent and of poor standards possibly threatening a person's life. We could ultimately be sued and stripped of our dental license for such practices. A bridge life expectance is 10 years. Some can exceed that limit, but when they start to break down we are obligated to do the very best and giving a PERMANENT restoration, not a quick fix. Being that this bridge is also 27 years old, it could be the old gold to acrylic as well and any practicing dentist who values his license or his ability or most of all, that patient's health would not repair this either. Get yourself in with a real dentist and have it examined fully.***
Reply:expert advice and lots of money
Reply:Some dentists will say you need a whole new bridge. As long as the bridge is sound, you can get that area fixed. Not every dentist knows how, nor has the equipment to correct this.
Procedure after verification of soundness:
Smooth off jagged edges of porcelain
Sandblast metal and porcelain*
Treat porcelain with porcelain repair gel
Treat metal with "metaltite"*
Put silane on the porcelain
Cover all areas with bonding agent
Apply opaquer/masking agent over black/metal*
Put filling material over all of it and polish
The starred areas are some of the materrials the dentists may not have. Call around to find out. I do these repairs all of the time
Good Luck!
Reply:PS to Dr. Helen's response: A shade matching the original bridge shade is selected....
Reply:A twenty seven year old bridge has been a good one, but it may have seen its better days. Porcelain chipping off is a common problem, it happens even with the newer bridges. It leaves only two choices, repair or replace.
The above responder is correct in the fact that a filling can be placed on this chipped porcelain area, although it will not “completely” hide the black marking of the underlying metal of the bridge that is showing through, nor will this bridge ever be as aesthetically pleasing as it once was but it will offer some coverage so it won't be as noticeable. This is a good option to “repair rather than a replace” though.
I would also be hesitant to remove the bridge, if the teeth and bridge are sound and this chipped area isn’t going to present any problem, other than its appearance. The rough porcelain can be easily smoothed giving the patient time to consider their options or do nothing at all to the bridge. Some dentist would prefer to remove the bridge and re-make it; just to be sure the teeth under the bridge are sound, since we can’t see them through the metal of the bridge with an x ray. I can't think of any repair or dental work for that matter, that would cost 2 cents, don't even consider repairing the bridge to be "insane or crazy." Some of the "best dental work" to be found, is the "oldest" work seen today. Helen DDS has given the most appropriate answer to your question.
So the options of “repair or replace” are up to the patient, if the bridge is sound. The appearance vs. the cost of replacement is usually the deciding factor for most patients.
Additional information: Someone advised that the bridge be removed and replace with a removable partial, if finances are an issue. It probably wounldn't be practical to do that, the abutment teeth under the bridge in question would "require crowns," which can be expensive along with the added expense of a "removable partial." Depending on the type of partial selected, it may be "nearly as costly" to take that route not to mention "less acceptable" since it is removable. Having the fixed bridge is the closest thing to natural teeth, with the exception of implants.
Reply:Hi Tina..
If the area is small I'd fix this.
But remember nothing we can give u is ever as satisfactory *** your own teeth.
27 is very good and great value.
Crowns usually last 10ish years despite what you're told they're liable to crack after this time.
You can get this unit of the bridge repaired perhaps but be aware that another bit may go soon..its 27years old.
The smaller the gap the easire it'll be to fix but I'd really need to see it to know.
How big is the bridge?How many units?How many teeth were lost there?
Tell your dentist u want to repair it,u can always think about a new one in the future.
Paul
Reply:i am a dental nurse and have never known a bridge, especailly of that age to be repaired, the margains around the bridge begin to show after time usually due to gum recession. i think you have done very well for it too last 27 years but do think a new bridge would be recommended now also removing it to be able to send it away to a lab for repairs will probably result in damage to the exsisting bridge. all the best.
Reply:Dental composite filling material will not bond well with the bridge. If the bridge can be removed without damaging it, it can be sent to a lab where they can repair the damage. The difficulty will be in removing it. Not such a bad thing when you think that it was put in there to stay!
Ask your dentist, only they will know how your specific bridge can be dealt with. Good luck.
Skin
Dental Bridge Costs?
I have to go to the oral surgeon tomorrow and get an impacted wisdom tooth cut out and one of my front teeth pulled. He suggested a bridge or an implant for the front tooth. Anybody have any ideas on how much a bridge would cost me, total, in NC? I have dental insurance that would pay half the cost. And do you know if a regular dentist can do it, or would I have to go to a specialist?
Dental Bridge Costs?
I WOULD GO TO THE SPECIALIST.... THEY ARE TRAINED TO DO THIS AND YOU HAVE TO BE CONFIDENT IN THE DR THAT YOU CHOOSE DIFFERENT DR HAVE DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES TO HOW THEY DO THINGS. MOST OF THE TIME IF A REGULAR DENTIST IS REFERRING YOU OUT IT IS BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DO IT, IF YOU CAN AFFORD AND IMPLANT GO WITH THAT IMPLANTS HAVE A HIGH SUCESS RATE WHEN DONE RIGHT..... AND NOT ONLY THAT BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO TOUCH ANY OF THE NEIGHBORING TEETH.... GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR DECISION. I HAVE WORKED IN THE FEILD FOR A LONG TIME
Reply:Go to a dentist, that is experienced or a prosthodontist and periodontist. Bridge in the region of 1000 dollars also depends on how many teeth. Implan 2000 dollars , better option
Reply:Hi
Check out this link: http://www.dental-implants-guide.com/bri...
It is a comparison between a bridge and dental implants.
Hope you find this helpful - good luck
Dental Bridge Costs?
I WOULD GO TO THE SPECIALIST.... THEY ARE TRAINED TO DO THIS AND YOU HAVE TO BE CONFIDENT IN THE DR THAT YOU CHOOSE DIFFERENT DR HAVE DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES TO HOW THEY DO THINGS. MOST OF THE TIME IF A REGULAR DENTIST IS REFERRING YOU OUT IT IS BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DO IT, IF YOU CAN AFFORD AND IMPLANT GO WITH THAT IMPLANTS HAVE A HIGH SUCESS RATE WHEN DONE RIGHT..... AND NOT ONLY THAT BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO TOUCH ANY OF THE NEIGHBORING TEETH.... GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR DECISION. I HAVE WORKED IN THE FEILD FOR A LONG TIME
Reply:Go to a dentist, that is experienced or a prosthodontist and periodontist. Bridge in the region of 1000 dollars also depends on how many teeth. Implan 2000 dollars , better option
Reply:Hi
Check out this link: http://www.dental-implants-guide.com/bri...
It is a comparison between a bridge and dental implants.
Hope you find this helpful - good luck
Dental bridge in a space too small for an implant?
I'm missing a lateral incisor (congenitally, I just never had it) - the tooth right next to your two front teeth. I was considering a dental implant, however my teeth have shifted over the years and the remaining space is too small for an implant. Does anyone know how much space you need for a dental bridge? Could they re-shape the surrounding teeth to make more room (since they need to be ground down a bit anyways?)
Dental bridge in a space too small for an implant?
Yes, they can shape the area as they make the bridge to fit. Worst case scenario, they could extract another tooth and do a bridge or 2 implants, but I don't think it would ever come to that.
Dental bridge in a space too small for an implant?
Yes, they can shape the area as they make the bridge to fit. Worst case scenario, they could extract another tooth and do a bridge or 2 implants, but I don't think it would ever come to that.
Dental Bridge + teeth whitening question too.?
Hi, I'm still in the process of determining if I should get a dental bridge. I did lose a front tooth, and I'd like to ask anyone out there in YahooAnswersLand that might have lost a front tooth and gotten a bridge:
Question : Can you tell the difference, with a dental bridge, that it's not your own tooth? This is hard to put into words, but does it feel normal, once you get the bridge in, or does it feel strange?
I know I'd have to be careful with it, and floss it all around, forever.
Question #2.. What about teeth whitening? Has anyone out there had their teeth whitened, and if so, which method is the best ?
I saw on the Net that I can send for the same basic system the dentist will use, for about 1/3rd the price.. But I don't know what strength of solution to buy? 16%, 22 % or 40 %, or the potential damage it could do to my teeth vis a vie sensitivity? Is there an on line whitening site that you trust?
Thanks everyone...
Dental Bridge + teeth whitening question too.?
Well, i dont have a bridge.. BUT i will tell you, what i do know about both questions, seeing how i'm a Dental Assistant/Tech of 14+ years now.
1st... No, no one can tell..IF you get the right type of bridge. Since its a front tooth, DO NOT get a PFM (porcelain fused to metal). The metal shows through after time, and it looks like you have a black line around your gum tissue. GET.. a ALL porcelain bridge. Theres no metal, to show through. There fore it looks natural. People will never know the difference unless you tell them. As far as the feel.. it will feel strange till you get use to it. You have a tooth missing, a bridge fills the spot, of course its going to feel different. Will it be uncomfortable? NO... you wont even notice its there.
2nd... In office use of Peroxide is around 25%. But thats for the professional use, that we do in office. Not the stuff, we give you to take home. Its a high percentage, and you need professional / trained people in this procedure to do it right as so, NO damage is done to the gum tissue. IT CAN/ WILL burn the gum tissue, if not applied properly and carefully. We're trained to do this the 'right' way. After we bleach in the office we give patients 'take home' kits, that have no more than 12% Peroxide. Why, so low? Because of exactly what i said before... YOU can cause damage to your gum tissue if not applied properly. WE make 'customized' bleaching trays to fit your mouth/teeth PERFECTLY to the very T. As so the gel doesnt run out of the tray and come in contact with your tissue.
Hope that helps... Use your own judgement, on whatever you do JUST... Be careful.
Reply:My grandmother has a bridge, and I didn't even know it until she told me. You really can't tell the difference.
I whiten my teeth with Crest Whitestrips. They are amazing! I whitened just my upper teeth 4 years ago, and they are still pretty white. I am in the process of whitening the lowers, and in just 3 days, I see a huge difference. It is also safe and will not damage your teeth if done correctly. However, they cannot be used on any kind of dental work, including any kind of false teeth or orthodontic work. (The box and pamphlet inside the box can give you all the information on that that you need.) Crest Whitestrips cost between $19 and $30, depending on the type you get. The cheaper ones are a 14 day whitening system, one hour each day, and the $30 is a 5 day whitening system. I use the 14 day one.
Hope that helped!
Reply:if the work done is sub standard you will be able to tell, my suggestion is to go to this website www.aacd.com to find a dentist in your area to do your bridge. you will get much better work. dentists have to prove that they can do good cosmetic work to be certified by this organization.
Reply:HELLO, THERE ARE SOME ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS;
1) YOU CAN'T REALLY FEEL MUCH DIFFERENCE, JUST THAT THERE WILL BE NO FEELING OF/IN THE FALSE TOOTH. A BRIDGE FEELS AND LOOKS VERY NATURAL.
2) BEFORE GETTING A FRONT TOOTH BRIDGE, BLEACH (WHITEN) ALL YOUR TEETH FIRST.
WHY?
BECAUSE THE FINAL COLOR OF THE BRIDGE IS BEST DETERMINED AFTER WHITENING NOT AFTER THE BRIDGE IS PLACED. IT'S IMPOSSIBLE TO WHITEN A BRIDGE AFTER ITS MADE. HOME BLEACHING KIT MAY BE GIVEN FOR USE AT HOME. 10, 15 OR 16% ARE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE FOR USE AT HOME.
WHY DO PEOPLE BUY BLEACHING KITS ON THE NET?
BECAUSE IT'S THERE AND THEY CAN.
DO THEY UNDERSTAND ALL THE POSSIBLE DANGERS?
NO.
HAVE A DENTIST DOO IN OFFICE BLEACHING OR TRAYS FOR HOME. =O)
Reply:i agree whiten first so the new color of your teeth can be matched with your bridge. i would recommend spending the money and getting the kit from you rdentist. never use anything with a 40% solution. it will make our teeth super sensitive and could burn your tissues. (i didn't even know it existed) and get the all porcelain for better looks. have you considered an implant? if the two teeth beside your missing tooth have never had any dental work or just small fillings, it's a real shame to cut them down to prepare the bridge. any dental work done on a tooth puts that tooth in jeopardy. and will at some time need to be redone. nothing we do is ever meant to last you a life time. i don't have a bridge, just a congenitally missing premolar that will be replaced with an implant after my braces come off. i've had patient who love them and some who hate them. most common complaint is food getting stuck under them and being hard to floss under.
Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and
are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural
tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries
but certain precautions have to be taken.
I found the information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
Question : Can you tell the difference, with a dental bridge, that it's not your own tooth? This is hard to put into words, but does it feel normal, once you get the bridge in, or does it feel strange?
I know I'd have to be careful with it, and floss it all around, forever.
Question #2.. What about teeth whitening? Has anyone out there had their teeth whitened, and if so, which method is the best ?
I saw on the Net that I can send for the same basic system the dentist will use, for about 1/3rd the price.. But I don't know what strength of solution to buy? 16%, 22 % or 40 %, or the potential damage it could do to my teeth vis a vie sensitivity? Is there an on line whitening site that you trust?
Thanks everyone...
Dental Bridge + teeth whitening question too.?
Well, i dont have a bridge.. BUT i will tell you, what i do know about both questions, seeing how i'm a Dental Assistant/Tech of 14+ years now.
1st... No, no one can tell..IF you get the right type of bridge. Since its a front tooth, DO NOT get a PFM (porcelain fused to metal). The metal shows through after time, and it looks like you have a black line around your gum tissue. GET.. a ALL porcelain bridge. Theres no metal, to show through. There fore it looks natural. People will never know the difference unless you tell them. As far as the feel.. it will feel strange till you get use to it. You have a tooth missing, a bridge fills the spot, of course its going to feel different. Will it be uncomfortable? NO... you wont even notice its there.
2nd... In office use of Peroxide is around 25%. But thats for the professional use, that we do in office. Not the stuff, we give you to take home. Its a high percentage, and you need professional / trained people in this procedure to do it right as so, NO damage is done to the gum tissue. IT CAN/ WILL burn the gum tissue, if not applied properly and carefully. We're trained to do this the 'right' way. After we bleach in the office we give patients 'take home' kits, that have no more than 12% Peroxide. Why, so low? Because of exactly what i said before... YOU can cause damage to your gum tissue if not applied properly. WE make 'customized' bleaching trays to fit your mouth/teeth PERFECTLY to the very T. As so the gel doesnt run out of the tray and come in contact with your tissue.
Hope that helps... Use your own judgement, on whatever you do JUST... Be careful.
Reply:My grandmother has a bridge, and I didn't even know it until she told me. You really can't tell the difference.
I whiten my teeth with Crest Whitestrips. They are amazing! I whitened just my upper teeth 4 years ago, and they are still pretty white. I am in the process of whitening the lowers, and in just 3 days, I see a huge difference. It is also safe and will not damage your teeth if done correctly. However, they cannot be used on any kind of dental work, including any kind of false teeth or orthodontic work. (The box and pamphlet inside the box can give you all the information on that that you need.) Crest Whitestrips cost between $19 and $30, depending on the type you get. The cheaper ones are a 14 day whitening system, one hour each day, and the $30 is a 5 day whitening system. I use the 14 day one.
Hope that helped!
Reply:if the work done is sub standard you will be able to tell, my suggestion is to go to this website www.aacd.com to find a dentist in your area to do your bridge. you will get much better work. dentists have to prove that they can do good cosmetic work to be certified by this organization.
Reply:HELLO, THERE ARE SOME ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS;
1) YOU CAN'T REALLY FEEL MUCH DIFFERENCE, JUST THAT THERE WILL BE NO FEELING OF/IN THE FALSE TOOTH. A BRIDGE FEELS AND LOOKS VERY NATURAL.
2) BEFORE GETTING A FRONT TOOTH BRIDGE, BLEACH (WHITEN) ALL YOUR TEETH FIRST.
WHY?
BECAUSE THE FINAL COLOR OF THE BRIDGE IS BEST DETERMINED AFTER WHITENING NOT AFTER THE BRIDGE IS PLACED. IT'S IMPOSSIBLE TO WHITEN A BRIDGE AFTER ITS MADE. HOME BLEACHING KIT MAY BE GIVEN FOR USE AT HOME. 10, 15 OR 16% ARE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE FOR USE AT HOME.
WHY DO PEOPLE BUY BLEACHING KITS ON THE NET?
BECAUSE IT'S THERE AND THEY CAN.
DO THEY UNDERSTAND ALL THE POSSIBLE DANGERS?
NO.
HAVE A DENTIST DOO IN OFFICE BLEACHING OR TRAYS FOR HOME. =O)
Reply:i agree whiten first so the new color of your teeth can be matched with your bridge. i would recommend spending the money and getting the kit from you rdentist. never use anything with a 40% solution. it will make our teeth super sensitive and could burn your tissues. (i didn't even know it existed) and get the all porcelain for better looks. have you considered an implant? if the two teeth beside your missing tooth have never had any dental work or just small fillings, it's a real shame to cut them down to prepare the bridge. any dental work done on a tooth puts that tooth in jeopardy. and will at some time need to be redone. nothing we do is ever meant to last you a life time. i don't have a bridge, just a congenitally missing premolar that will be replaced with an implant after my braces come off. i've had patient who love them and some who hate them. most common complaint is food getting stuck under them and being hard to floss under.
Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and
are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural
tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries
but certain precautions have to be taken.
I found the information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
Dental bridge causes bad smell?
I have dental bridge done to inside tooth almost 2 years back. Since 1 year bad smell is coming from my mouth.I can clearly sense that smell is coming from one side of the mouth ie,from the side where dental bridge is present .Could anybody give suggestion whether it is common with dental bridges ? It would be really great if any body could provide me solution .
Dental bridge causes bad smell?
Get a water pic at the drug store %26amp; use it regularly. That is anerobic bacteria you smell. Should help a great deal!! DR HW
Reply:Improper cleaning of dental work as well as teeth will cause nasty smells in your mouth. Get your teeth cleaned, and FLOSS after you brush. Keep your tongue cleaned as well.
If you do that and you STILL have a bad smell, you might have medical problem that can be diagnosed by the your dentist or doctor.
Reply:im a dental assistant.. and i have cleaned people's teeth with bridges that have smell.. yes.. it is common to have smell.. because when you have a bridge.. you have a hallow place --a gap.. between your teeth.. its just a cap that covers it.. and whenever you eat.. overtime.. there would be spaces on top because the cement loosens.. so food gets in... if you do floss properly *you can use a floss threader* its easier to take out the food there so it doesnt rot.. brushing your teeth twice a day and having a mouthwash will prevent the odor.. and a regular 6 month cleaning and check up with the dentist will help as well. And when you do have an appointment.. talk to the dentist about bad breath.. sometimes they have prescriptioned mouth wash.. and have them check the bridge.. maybe its time to re cement a new one..
FLOSSING is the key... right after you eat..
leather sandals
Dental bridge causes bad smell?
Get a water pic at the drug store %26amp; use it regularly. That is anerobic bacteria you smell. Should help a great deal!! DR HW
Reply:Improper cleaning of dental work as well as teeth will cause nasty smells in your mouth. Get your teeth cleaned, and FLOSS after you brush. Keep your tongue cleaned as well.
If you do that and you STILL have a bad smell, you might have medical problem that can be diagnosed by the your dentist or doctor.
Reply:im a dental assistant.. and i have cleaned people's teeth with bridges that have smell.. yes.. it is common to have smell.. because when you have a bridge.. you have a hallow place --a gap.. between your teeth.. its just a cap that covers it.. and whenever you eat.. overtime.. there would be spaces on top because the cement loosens.. so food gets in... if you do floss properly *you can use a floss threader* its easier to take out the food there so it doesnt rot.. brushing your teeth twice a day and having a mouthwash will prevent the odor.. and a regular 6 month cleaning and check up with the dentist will help as well. And when you do have an appointment.. talk to the dentist about bad breath.. sometimes they have prescriptioned mouth wash.. and have them check the bridge.. maybe its time to re cement a new one..
FLOSSING is the key... right after you eat..
leather sandals
Dental bridge?
A dental bridge consists of porcelain veneer or gold teeth (whichever are chosen by a patient) of 2 or more. Price does differ, so you will need to discuss price with your dentist. Hope this helps.
Dental bridge?
What about it?
Dental bridge?
What about it?
Dental bridge?
I have having one put in tomorrow. However i read that the 1st appt they prepare the teeth and then take a cast of the teeth.. but my dentist took the cast before any prep on the 2 teeth supportin the false tooth...is this still ok or will there be a problem now...also why do they have to grind your good teeth down cant they just fit something over them? that wont eventually cause damage to the teeth?
Dental bridge?
First off, there are several kinds of possible bridges you're having put in. The treatment of each depends on what kind you're having.
I have a marilyn bridge which was inserted almost 15 years ago. (Which is a miracle- they usually fall out after 10 or less!!)
The imprint of my teeth was made prior to my bridge being implanted. They did this so the prostetics company (the people who made my porcelin teeth) knew what size and shape to make my teeth.
Then, when my prostetic was inserted, the dentist drilled two 'grooves' down the side of each supporting tooth and slid the bridge into the tracks/grooves he made. Some adhesive was used to ensure the bridge was secure in the grooves.
I have had not ONE problem with my marilyn bridge. The space in between my 'real' teeth is too small for an implant, so this is the only option for me. Both my 'fake' teeth and my 'real' teeth are fine. My 'real' teeth have a layer of adhesive holding the prostetic into the grooves, so there is no risk of cavity there- or no risk more than anywhere else!
Fitting something OVER your real teeth would be a porcelin veneer type cosmetic dentistry which costs MUCH more and has the same risks as a marilyn bridge- they both can be stained, they both can come loose, they both can affect the neighboring teeth.
If you're having a bridge installed, make sure that your dentist has done this many times or is working with a dentist that is. Make sure you're prostetic company is experience and has a warranty on their prostetic (the last thing you need is a manufacturer problem causing your bridge to break. Insurance may not cover that!)
You'll do fine. Make sure you floss under and around the bridge and you'll do fine. Congrats on yoru new teeth!!
Dental bridge?
First off, there are several kinds of possible bridges you're having put in. The treatment of each depends on what kind you're having.
I have a marilyn bridge which was inserted almost 15 years ago. (Which is a miracle- they usually fall out after 10 or less!!)
The imprint of my teeth was made prior to my bridge being implanted. They did this so the prostetics company (the people who made my porcelin teeth) knew what size and shape to make my teeth.
Then, when my prostetic was inserted, the dentist drilled two 'grooves' down the side of each supporting tooth and slid the bridge into the tracks/grooves he made. Some adhesive was used to ensure the bridge was secure in the grooves.
I have had not ONE problem with my marilyn bridge. The space in between my 'real' teeth is too small for an implant, so this is the only option for me. Both my 'fake' teeth and my 'real' teeth are fine. My 'real' teeth have a layer of adhesive holding the prostetic into the grooves, so there is no risk of cavity there- or no risk more than anywhere else!
Fitting something OVER your real teeth would be a porcelin veneer type cosmetic dentistry which costs MUCH more and has the same risks as a marilyn bridge- they both can be stained, they both can come loose, they both can affect the neighboring teeth.
If you're having a bridge installed, make sure that your dentist has done this many times or is working with a dentist that is. Make sure you're prostetic company is experience and has a warranty on their prostetic (the last thing you need is a manufacturer problem causing your bridge to break. Insurance may not cover that!)
You'll do fine. Make sure you floss under and around the bridge and you'll do fine. Congrats on yoru new teeth!!
Dental Bridge?
I am having a bridge to replace a missing tooth and have been reading about how they work on the internet. It says that the teeth either side are capped to hold the bridge in place, my dentist has only prepared one tooth to be capped, does anyone know if this will make the bridge weaker?
Dental Bridge?
Occasionally they will do this type of bridge, it is called a cantilever bridge. As long as the 1 tooth being prepared is very sturdy and the fake crown is not going to be taking a huge amount of biting pressure this is usually fine. Just be sure not to chew rocks on that side, but you shouldn't be doing that anyways. This type of bridge is not as common as it used to be, but in certain situations where the missing tooth space is small it can work very well. Discuss your concerns with your dentist if you don't feel confident about this, but on the bright side it should also be cheaper than a full bridge. This is often common with front areas which take less stress when biting or small spaces to be filled as I said.
Reply:Why what are you planning on driving over it.
Reply:i am surprised he has only prepared one, as its usually one either side mine is, i dont know if you have had a plate but i did and found the roof of my mouth very sensative for a while, but it's the best thing i ever had done
Reply:If your only missing a tooth, that should be fine. If you're missing several teeth, I don't think it'll hold.
Reply:GO ahead your dentist is doing a great job....two molars are prepared to cover the big space ...as in your case its very small tooth which is missing I guess its premolar,a single adjacent tooth can supprt it firmly ,.......its fine go ahead .
Reply:While two teeth are normally prepared to support a fixed prosthesis, sometimes one will do the job [if the missing tooth is small and a rest is placed on the unprepared tooth to prevent rotation or intrusion]. I'm sure your doc is looking out for your best interests in prepping only one tooth for a crown
Dental Bridge?
Occasionally they will do this type of bridge, it is called a cantilever bridge. As long as the 1 tooth being prepared is very sturdy and the fake crown is not going to be taking a huge amount of biting pressure this is usually fine. Just be sure not to chew rocks on that side, but you shouldn't be doing that anyways. This type of bridge is not as common as it used to be, but in certain situations where the missing tooth space is small it can work very well. Discuss your concerns with your dentist if you don't feel confident about this, but on the bright side it should also be cheaper than a full bridge. This is often common with front areas which take less stress when biting or small spaces to be filled as I said.
Reply:Why what are you planning on driving over it.
Reply:i am surprised he has only prepared one, as its usually one either side mine is, i dont know if you have had a plate but i did and found the roof of my mouth very sensative for a while, but it's the best thing i ever had done
Reply:If your only missing a tooth, that should be fine. If you're missing several teeth, I don't think it'll hold.
Reply:GO ahead your dentist is doing a great job....two molars are prepared to cover the big space ...as in your case its very small tooth which is missing I guess its premolar,a single adjacent tooth can supprt it firmly ,.......its fine go ahead .
Reply:While two teeth are normally prepared to support a fixed prosthesis, sometimes one will do the job [if the missing tooth is small and a rest is placed on the unprepared tooth to prevent rotation or intrusion]. I'm sure your doc is looking out for your best interests in prepping only one tooth for a crown
Dental bridge?
All my teeth at back top and bottom are missing.I only have front teeth top and bottom up to the eye teeth.So you cant tell when I smile that I am missing the back ones.Can I have a bridge on top and bottom for the back missing ones.If so how is it done and how much does it cost.Thanks Nancy
Dental bridge?
Hi Nancy,
What you're looking for is a partial denture to replace your missing teeth. To summarize, it's usually 4-5 appointments from start to finish, and then a couple of appointments for any adjustments you may need.
In our office, for both upper and lower partials it would cost you $2790.... minus 10% if you don't have insurance as a courtesy adjustment....and the balance would need to be paid off in 6 months from the first date of treatment (preliminary impressions).
Hope this helps!
Reply:A bridge can fill in missing teeth as long as you have 2 teeth to anchor it to, one behind the space and one in front of the space. Just like a real bridge over a river, you must have it anchored on both sides. Bridges are permanently cemented in and do not come in and out. Bridges are a great way for you to fill in the space, eat and look better. If you don't have any teeth behind the space to anchor to, a partial denture would be a good option too. It will fill in the space, but not be fixed and cemented in, it will be removable. The best advice I can give you is to consult a dentist about your situation and he/she can let you know what the best option for you is. Hope this helped and good luck =)
Reply:Sounds to me as though you would be a great candidate for implants. Consulting a dentist would be a great start. They can determine how many implants you would need. good luck.
Reply:You can not have a bridge if you are missing your molars. The best way to go will be getting IMPLANTS. They look really natural . Go to your dentist. Even if you do not have enough bone, you could have a bone graft.
good luck
DR J
Reply:If you have the money then definitely implants are the way to go!
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Dental bridge?
Hi Nancy,
What you're looking for is a partial denture to replace your missing teeth. To summarize, it's usually 4-5 appointments from start to finish, and then a couple of appointments for any adjustments you may need.
In our office, for both upper and lower partials it would cost you $2790.... minus 10% if you don't have insurance as a courtesy adjustment....and the balance would need to be paid off in 6 months from the first date of treatment (preliminary impressions).
Hope this helps!
Reply:A bridge can fill in missing teeth as long as you have 2 teeth to anchor it to, one behind the space and one in front of the space. Just like a real bridge over a river, you must have it anchored on both sides. Bridges are permanently cemented in and do not come in and out. Bridges are a great way for you to fill in the space, eat and look better. If you don't have any teeth behind the space to anchor to, a partial denture would be a good option too. It will fill in the space, but not be fixed and cemented in, it will be removable. The best advice I can give you is to consult a dentist about your situation and he/she can let you know what the best option for you is. Hope this helped and good luck =)
Reply:Sounds to me as though you would be a great candidate for implants. Consulting a dentist would be a great start. They can determine how many implants you would need. good luck.
Reply:You can not have a bridge if you are missing your molars. The best way to go will be getting IMPLANTS. They look really natural . Go to your dentist. Even if you do not have enough bone, you could have a bone graft.
good luck
DR J
Reply:If you have the money then definitely implants are the way to go!
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