Concerns About Osteoporosis and Getting Bridges
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Tags: bridge, bone
Are dental bridges possible for patients who have bone loss or weakening from osteoporosis? At what point would this preclude bridge work?
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Bone Loss affect on Bridges
Dental bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. As a result the supporting teeth that will hold the bridge need to have a stable bone level. Too much bone loss to one or two of these teeth will decrease the long term prognosis of the entire bridge.
The ideal alternative to a bridge would be a dental Implant. But you do need to discuss with your dentist the potential risk factors if you are taking any medications to counteract the effect...
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Dan Haas, DDS
Toronto Cosmetic Dentist
Toronto Cosmetic Dentist
