Problems with bridge and bad smell? (Photos)

Question

Had 5 bridge unit put on left side of mouth. The right has a 3 unit and along with 3 crowns. The right I have no issues. The left smells and tastes awful. The denist assures me they are properly fitted. Says I need to keep flossing. The end point on both sides of bridge feel loose but he says it's just more airflow due to bridge and why it feels different from the other side. They are perm crowns but temp cemented which he say will last a long time till they fall off to perm cement. Is this the norm?

Scott Young, DDS · Answer

You should not have a bad smell around your bridge.  That means you have bacterial accumulation in that area of the bridge.  If you are using an ultrasonic toothbrush, flossing, and maintaining good oral hygiene techniques and still having this issue there is another problem.  You either have an open contact between two teeth causing food impaction or an area of the bridge is not sealed 100 percent.  Perhaps having another set of eyes (second opinion) look at it would be a good idea.  Best of luck.

Val Alexander Daniyar, DMD · Answer

The bad taste coming from the area of restoration is always an indication of a local accumulation of food/bacteria. I would say get a second opinion and have another dentist examining the restorations you have.

Mark Sayeg, DDS · Answer

sorry you are having problems. Bridges are sometimes cemented in with a temporary cement to insure that everything is correct and healed. But after some time the cement may start breaking down and start leaking or become loose allowing bacteria to build up around the margins resulting in the bad odor. The bridges may need to be recemented with a stronger cement. This should solve your problem. By the way your new smile looks great.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Sorry to hear about your problems.  I would not say this is normal.  Unfortunately without X-rays to check the fit of the bridge it is difficult to give you accurate advice.  However, the primary reason for the bad breath if the fit of the bridge is ok, is accumulation of plaque in areas of the bridge that is not being cleaned properly.  I suggest for you to get a professional cleaning and rinsing your mouth with Oral Essentials Original Formula mouthwash twice a day for 60 seconds for one month to see if you see a difference.  The Dead Sea Salt content is very helpful in controlling bad breath.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Problems with bridge and bad smell? (Photos)

Answers (4)

Answer: Problems with bridge and bad smell!

Answer: Problems with bridge and bad smell!

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Bridge

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Problems with bridge and bad smell? (Photos)

Answers (4)

Answer: Problems with bridge and bad smell!

Answer: Problems with bridge and bad smell!

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Bridge

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.