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I have a Maryland bridge for one of my front top teeth I need to keep it secure while I go through orthodontic treatment (Photo)

MoNYCMar 15, 2015
I've been using Dentemp to keep it in place but as my teeth shift the Dentemp has stopped working; after 20 minutes the bridge is loose in my mouth. I tried Fixodent and that did not work either. I need a daily product that will hold the bridge in place while I'm at work. Any suggestions? I would rather not have to add to the expense of the orthodontia by having the bridge recemented every time it is loose. I also don't want to add to the cement behind my teeth. Thanks

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Dr. Michael J. Landry, DDS
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Answered on Mar 16, 2015
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Dr. Majid Jamali, DMD
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Answered on Mar 16, 2015
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