I have a dental bridge I have noticed on the last tooth towards to back of my mouth I can see a brownish line along the top of the gum just above the bridge this is only on the last tooth I can also see at the back of the tooth metal showing at the top, but I am more worried about the outside because it looks brownish what could this be I am very worried not at my dentist for a check up until end of month please help.
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Answer: I can see a brownish line along the top of the gum just above the dental bridge?
The Maryland bridge that was placed 25 years ago was probably made of metal and porcelain. If the supporting teeth are still healthy and in tact, then I would do another Maryland bridge type of restoration. Today it can be all ceramic. This is the simplest and most conservative treatment to do. ...
Generally speaking, lateral incisors are not strong enough anchors for a
bridge. They fail over time. There will be too much pressure on these teeth. We
have seen this in our patients for the last 28 years who had lateral bridges
done years ago.Your options might include:
Extend a bridge to the...
There are
some cases, depending on each patient’s case, where it could be done. The
regular way to perform it is implant on implant, but there is also that option.
If you could post your X-ray it would be easier to answer for your specific
case.