I have six implants on my lower and am planning on getting zirconium crowns. One dentist I spoke to says I have two options. I can either have one 12 crown bridge, or three separate 4 crown bridges. What are the pros and cons of each option?
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It is difficult to give an answer without seeing X-ray evidence if the space following the loss of these teeth
Lower incisors are narrow teeth and therefore placing 4 implants can mean that there is insufficient bone between each implant
Normally it is ideal...
In my practice dental implants are always preferred over fixed bridges assuming the patient is a good candidate for them. For the lower front teeth we will typically recommend 2 implants and a four unit bridge to fit over them as opposed to four individual implants. Xrays and an exam would b...
There isn't a chemical toxicity test, but there is a material sensitivity test. It's a blood test that will check which dental materials your body is most compatible with. It may be whatever material or cement was used, you aren't compatible with it. It could be that food is trapping under th...
