Abscess on tooth holding bridge, plus other problems with bridge
Abscess on tooth holding bridge, plus other problems with bridge
Added: May 18, 2009 - 2:40 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Atlanta, GA
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Case Summary
Root Canal
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Teeth:
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: Not one that I can r
Last Cleaning: last year
Case Description
My bridge is a 4 tooth bridge, the 2 front upper teeth plus the two to the right of the front teeth. My problem is I have an abscess and a cavaity on the front tooth holding the bridge and the tooth to the right of the tooth that is missing root is disintegrating. There is a drainage at that tooth. The final tooth holding the bridge has no problem. I would very much like to keep my natural teeth on each side of this bridge. My dentist isn't sure if he will be able to put a bridge in after he removes mine since he doesn't know how large the cavaity is. I need to know if its possible to use implants to hold a bridge. Is it possible to put the implant post where the teeth now holding the bridge are and attach the new bridge to them? I am willing to add the tooth to the left of the one with an abscess (if needed) to stablize a 5 tooth bridge, is that a possbility?
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Reply: Abscess on tooth holding bridge, plus other problems with bridge
added: May 18, 2009 - 4:39 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Hello,Your condition is not uncommon and requires knowledge of dental implants by your dentist as you suspected. The implants can usually be placed where there are currently teeth and a bridge can be made. Sometimes the timing of the treatment is the question...when can an implant be placed and when is a bone graft needed before the implant can be placed. You cannot place in implant into an abscessed area. It has to heal first. A transitional time and dental bridge or partial must be used during this time. A five tooth bridge is a possibility but can be short lived if the stresses on it are great. Long span bridges don''''t last as long as short span bridges.We would be glad to assist you in getting your teeth stable and strong with implants or bridges, whichever is best for you.Do Call if you wish. Dr. Hayward and I are accomplished in dental implantology. Check out the web site for more details.
Reply: Abscess on tooth holding bridge, plus other problems with bridge
added: May 19, 2009 - 4:44 AM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Please call for a consultation appointment. It is important that you are in experienced hands for this treatment. We are credentialed, experienced cosmetic dentists who handle these types of cases regularly. At your consultation visit, we will take digital images of your teeth/smile. You and I will review the images together and discuss YOUR wants and needs. Together we will customize a treatment plan that will achieve your wants and needs. The end result will be restorations that give you a smile that looks good, feels good, and lasts a long time. And we will treat you with the highest-quality dentistry and customer service. Check out our website www.AtlantaDentalSpa.com for more information and call to schedule a consultation visit with me (770) 998-3838. I look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Dr. Susan Estep.
Reply: Abscess on tooth holding bridge, plus other problems with bridge
added: May 19, 2009 - 7:46 AM
Cost Estimate: $0
Thank you so much for your question. You are correct that implants can be used to attach a bridge. However, it is a little more complicated than just placing the implants and adding a bridge. We would love an opportunity to discuss this treatment option with you and would like to offer you a complimentary consultation. Please contact our Patient Coordinator, Christina at 770-321-5558 to reserve time on our schedule.
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