The bridge I have now is too yellow. If I get a new bridge which is whiter - like my real teeth - will I be able to reuse my current bridge later when my real teeth have naturally become yellower? Would I need to store the current bridge in a special way for the next ten years or so?
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Usually bridges need to be replaced at least every 10 years, there are some exceptions, but imagine something working 3 times a day 365 ,with stress, so there is always a chance of needing an adjustment, also receding gums, can cause a cavity on the root of the tooth, seeing there is...
Typically a resin bonded bridge known as a "Maryland Bridge" may be done for front teeth, but on premolars and molars it usually is not an option. The back teeth receive more bite force and a resin bonded bridge is prone to dislodging on premolars. A removable flipper is usually the most...
That is just where the crown ends and the tooth begins. It is probably a tooth that has had a root canal, that has turned dark. That happens sometimes.
