I have had 19 implants fitted. The dentist has provided a temporary bridges while the zirconian bridges are made. I removed the temporaries and notice tooth 37 broken off at gumline with a implant immediately beside it. Tooth 35 also has tooth remaining. I am concerned about decay in these teeth after the final bridge goes on in three days. Is this satisfactory?
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