I’m missing tooth #10 3 years ago. My dentist suggests a fixed zirconium bridge, BUT she says it may only last 5 years and cannot guarantee the actual longevity of the bridge because the 2 other teeth the adjacent teeth are slightly mobile. I have read that bridges can stabilize the mobile teeth, I don’t want dentures and I’m afraid that will be my only option if I cannot get a bridge. Is a bridge possible with some mobility in the adjacent teeth that are otherwise healthy teeth?
November 20, 2017
Answer: Mobile teeth and a bridge Without xrays and more data it is hard to give you an answer. My question is what have you done to replace the missing tooth for the past 3 years? Also, why are the adjacent teeth loose? Normally, it is gum disease and/or the bite along with clenching that contributes to loose teeth. If the true cause of the loose teeth can be managed then it may be possible to have a bridge that will help your loose teeth. Remember, the cause of the loose teeth should be determined prior to placing your bridge. Zirconia bridges are nice but they can chip. Really important to diagnose your bite issues before proceeding with treatment. Hope this helps and all the best.
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Mobile teeth and a bridge Without xrays and more data it is hard to give you an answer. My question is what have you done to replace the missing tooth for the past 3 years? Also, why are the adjacent teeth loose? Normally, it is gum disease and/or the bite along with clenching that contributes to loose teeth. If the true cause of the loose teeth can be managed then it may be possible to have a bridge that will help your loose teeth. Remember, the cause of the loose teeth should be determined prior to placing your bridge. Zirconia bridges are nice but they can chip. Really important to diagnose your bite issues before proceeding with treatment. Hope this helps and all the best.
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Bridge The first issue that must be addressed is why are those teeth mobile. If your bite caused the mobility, that can be dealt with to stabilize the teeth prior to making the bridge. Otherwise, more teeth may need to be used in holding in the bridge long term. There are lots of variables to consider in your situation which, without seeing you and/or X-rays, is impossible to give you a definitive answer.
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Bridge The first issue that must be addressed is why are those teeth mobile. If your bite caused the mobility, that can be dealt with to stabilize the teeth prior to making the bridge. Otherwise, more teeth may need to be used in holding in the bridge long term. There are lots of variables to consider in your situation which, without seeing you and/or X-rays, is impossible to give you a definitive answer.
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