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In most cases, the root canal procedure can be performed through the bridge crown. So, the bridge does not always need to be removed.If there is decay under the bridge and the bridge needs to be removed, then you have 2 options-Root canal followed by new bridge OR-Root canal and crown for the bridge abutment and crown on the other bridge abutment and single implant for the missing tooth. If you do not want to have the tooth root canal treated, then you can opt to extract the tooth and get implants to replace it and to replace the missing tooth next to it.
Your question is a little confusing. If you are asking if the bridge can be removed and an implant placed in the space with two crowns on either side, it is very possible. You will still need to have the root canal done in the tooth that is currently requiring one. This will then be crowned with a single crown. The implant , once placed, will need to heal for a minimum of three months before it can be restored with a single crown. Your other option is to either have a new bridge made or use the same bridge if it is still functional.
I find it strange that you had a bridge without performing root canal on the sides. Of course you can replace the bridge implants, but still going to need root canal and crown for the side due to wear made to place the bridge.
Thank you for your inquiry. We're sorry to hear about your discomfort. This is a great question. Overall, you should not be experiencing discomfort when you bite, but your teeth/gums may need more time to heal. Although you should be able to bite into food with your new restorations, it's...
Thank you for your inquiry and time in submitting your photo. Anytime you do a restoration, it could alter your speech since it's something new in your month and even the smallest change may cause you to have to "re-train" your tongue and how to speak and enunciate. If a restoration is b...
There should not be any gap, it needs to be touching the gum, passively, but not to have a space, you should see your doctor, to check this , the flakes you are saying, are not normal.
Hello there,I'm sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your new bridge. It sounds like you have several issues going on here. With time, the food traps underneath your bridge will likely cause infection and decay of the tooth structure. I would recommend expressing your concerns with your de...
Thank you for your inquiry and time in submitting your photo. Yes, your new bridge can be removed (if needed) but it may have to be removed by sectioning it off. If your occlusion remains to be uncomfortable and/or mal-aligned, you should have it corrected. If the side opposite your bridge...
Thank you for your inquiry. To answer your question in general, yes your root canal can be done through your current crown/bridge. This is common practice but please keep in mind that if/when this is done, there is a risk that your crown/bridge may fracture in doing so. If you're having jaw...
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