I been having dental issues for a while. And I lost 8 teeth. Will a flipper help fill these 8 teeth in or a bridge?
Answer: Implants are the best long term value
A "flipper" is a fairly inexpensive way to get teeth quickly, mostly for appearance. Because they are made of acrylic, they wear out pretty quickly. I don't know which teeth are missing, but the best solution usually is implants. Long bridges stress the remaining teeth and if one part fails the entire bridge often needs to be redone. With implants, only what's missing needs to be replaced, or at the least, shorter bridges can be used.
Implants will be the most expensive option, but the best long term value.
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Answer: Implants are the best long term value
A "flipper" is a fairly inexpensive way to get teeth quickly, mostly for appearance. Because they are made of acrylic, they wear out pretty quickly. I don't know which teeth are missing, but the best solution usually is implants. Long bridges stress the remaining teeth and if one part fails the entire bridge often needs to be redone. With implants, only what's missing needs to be replaced, or at the least, shorter bridges can be used.
Implants will be the most expensive option, but the best long term value.
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Answer: Implants are the Best Solution for Missing Teeth
Depending on which teeth are missing will ultimately decide what is the best treatment for your particular missing teeth. A flipper is a adequate temporary esthetic fix, but they are meant to be temporary. A bridge may be a viable treatment for you, but without knowing which teeth are missing it is hard to determine. Bridges only have an average lifespan of about 5 years, whereas properly placed and restord implants will last you a lifetime. Seek out the advice of a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon and properly trained restoring dentist to help in your proper treatment
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Answer: Implants are the Best Solution for Missing Teeth
Depending on which teeth are missing will ultimately decide what is the best treatment for your particular missing teeth. A flipper is a adequate temporary esthetic fix, but they are meant to be temporary. A bridge may be a viable treatment for you, but without knowing which teeth are missing it is hard to determine. Bridges only have an average lifespan of about 5 years, whereas properly placed and restord implants will last you a lifetime. Seek out the advice of a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon and properly trained restoring dentist to help in your proper treatment
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November 13, 2015
Answer: Best Solution for 8 Missing Teeth?
If you have been missing a few teeth for a while, you will simply enjoy having your smile intact again. A flipper is a fast and economical way to be able to smile naturally. You will feel better right away!
If you have many missing teeth, your cosmetic dentist will want to assess why you are losing teeth and how to stop it, then prevent it from coming back. There are a number of great long-lasting permanent teeth options, but stopping the problems first, will help them last for a long time.
You can have bridges or implants, and your cosmetic dentist will need to evaluate your specific situation to give you the best advice. Thanks, Dr. Scott Greenhalgh, DDS
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November 13, 2015
Answer: Best Solution for 8 Missing Teeth?
If you have been missing a few teeth for a while, you will simply enjoy having your smile intact again. A flipper is a fast and economical way to be able to smile naturally. You will feel better right away!
If you have many missing teeth, your cosmetic dentist will want to assess why you are losing teeth and how to stop it, then prevent it from coming back. There are a number of great long-lasting permanent teeth options, but stopping the problems first, will help them last for a long time.
You can have bridges or implants, and your cosmetic dentist will need to evaluate your specific situation to give you the best advice. Thanks, Dr. Scott Greenhalgh, DDS
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December 31, 2010
Answer: Inexpensive Acryclic flipper for tooth replacement instead of bridge or implants
A"flipper " is a temporary functional and esthetic solution while permanent treatment is being done .It is not strong or functional enough to last an adequate amount of time . Made of acrylic does not provide neither proper support or comfort ....It is just made for grinning !!!!
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December 31, 2010
Answer: Inexpensive Acryclic flipper for tooth replacement instead of bridge or implants
A"flipper " is a temporary functional and esthetic solution while permanent treatment is being done .It is not strong or functional enough to last an adequate amount of time . Made of acrylic does not provide neither proper support or comfort ....It is just made for grinning !!!!
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November 15, 2010
Answer: Flippers are quick cheap replacements
Flippers generally don't cost a lot of money for a dentist to provide. They don't have great retention and sometimes "flip" around while speaking and eating. Hence the nick-name. A well made flipper can get you by until you can make the best tooth replacement decisions work for you. Looks like you are in Snohomish. If you call our office, we can give you a competetive estimate for dental implants. 425-453-2007
Let me know. Thanks.
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November 15, 2010
Answer: Flippers are quick cheap replacements
Flippers generally don't cost a lot of money for a dentist to provide. They don't have great retention and sometimes "flip" around while speaking and eating. Hence the nick-name. A well made flipper can get you by until you can make the best tooth replacement decisions work for you. Looks like you are in Snohomish. If you call our office, we can give you a competetive estimate for dental implants. 425-453-2007
Let me know. Thanks.
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