I lost both of my lower first molars a few years back. Now, I am considering having a bridge to fill the gaps. However, both of my second pre molars are damaged by cavities, and thus are mostly hollow (currently I had them filled). Both of my second molars are fine though. As I looked at pictures on how bridges are created, I'm wondering if my hollow second pre molars can be used as abutments, or should I expect my dentist to do a different procedure?
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Hello there,I'm sorry to hear that your bridge fractured. Unfortunately, your missing tooth can not be permanently bonded to the abutments. I would recommend that you schedule an appointment with your dentist to have a new bridge made. Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have m...
It is unlikely that a rough cleaning would cause sensitivity or pain under a bridge for that period of time. I would recommend that you call your dentist and let them evaluate it. Until then, use warm salt water rinses a couple of times per day to help with healing of the gingival tissues. ...
I understand wht you don't like about your smile. It is possible to reshape the front teeth which will improve the look very quickly.Ideally, treatment begins with a diagnostic wax-up so your provisional is planned as a final restoration. The provisional is then modified to create the look y...