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Dentist found some decay under crown that hold a permanent bridge. He wants to extract that particular. Any suggestions?

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Dentist is saying bridge is loose, and found some decay under tooth that is holding permanent bridge in place. Why would he want to remove tooth and bridge, if salvageable, like I have been reading.

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