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Have a query regarding bridge. Are they successful. How do they work. I got my tooth extraction done a few months back
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Of course bridge is very good option . To replace the extracted tooth we need to take the support of adjacent two teeth from either side of missing one . Procedure involves root canal treatment of adjacent two teeth , followed by trimming of teeth , then will take the impression of the teeth and followed by bridge placement . This is the actual procedure . If you place the bridge without root canal treatment then you may get problem in future regarding that teeth . so better option is go for root canal treatment for the two adjacent teeth and then followed by bridge placement . You don't get any problem in future for sure . stay healthy and stay safe .
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Bridges are good but there's a need for grinding the adjacent teeth for fabricating them. Where as , dental implants are an alternative to bridges, which is a bit costly but then you don't have to compromise on your adjacent teeth. So if you can afford, go for dental implants. For more details, you can consult me in person.
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Bridge is successful usually.bridge is placed by supporting adjacent teeth. you must maintain good oral hygiene after placement of bridges,since food impaction can cause gum infection .you can also opt for implants, but it's little costly.
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At your age you should go for implants
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-After you undergo a tooth extraction, you will need to replace the missing tooth. If the teeth are not replaced, the bones in your mouth can weaken and lose density. Other teeth also might shift, and you might experience trouble eating.
-You have several replacement options for missing teeth like:
1. Dental Implant
2. Fixed bridges
3.Removable Partial Denture
- Procedure for a dental bridge involves preparing the abutment (adjacent) tooth/teeth. We will remove some of the enamel and dentin from the abutment teeth to make space for the crowns.Then place a temporary bridge over those teeth to protect them until the bridge is placed.
-During a later appointment,Remove the temporary crowns
Check the permanent crowns and bridge for a proper fit
Cement the bridge in place.
-Dental bridges can last five to 15 years and even longer. With good oral hygiene and regular checkups
Next Steps
Visit the dentist and get the procedure done.
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Get it done as soon as possible before the movement of the adjacent tooth.
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A Dental Bridge is a permanent appliance that replaces a missing tooth or missing teeth. It can provide many benefits including :
* Restoring a natural look to your mouth/smile.
* Restoring the ability to speak normally, as missing teeth can impede proper enunciation.
* Maintaining normal facial structure by preventing bone loss from the jaw at the site of the missing tooth/teeth.
* Restoring the ability to chew food efficiently.
* Preventing adjacent teeth from moving into the empty space, which can cause problems with your bite and lead to other complications.
Dental Bridges are successful if done properly, your clinician and lab technician should be good. A root canal treatment on the adjacent teeth and then a Dental Bridge will give you a better prognosis.
Or if you don’t want the doctor to shorten your natural teeth, you can always go for Dental Implant, for the replacement.
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Get a Consultation for detailed information.
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Dear sir / ma’am bridges have been the most conventional and time tested method of replacing missing or extracted teeth . However to avoid grinding of the abutment or supporting teeth we nowadays replace the missing youth with a dental implant which is more reliable and predictable method
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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Dental bridge will replace your missing tooth with artificial one, by taking support from adjacent teeth.
But at your age(if you don't have monetary issues), go for dental implant.
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Visit a local dentist for treatment and physical evaluation.
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Dr. Nihal Yadav
Dentist
3 yrs exp
Delhi
Bridges are made by taking support from the adjacent tooth and are reliable option for the replacement of missing tooth . All you need to do is maintain good oral hygiene .
Next Steps
Visit your dentist and get missing tooth replaced
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Implants are also the better option for replacement of missing tooth .
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