Today my dead tooth fell out. Leaving the root in. I know I need to taken on. But I hate dentist due to bad experience. Will i be left long without a tooth. Or can i have a replacement temp. My dentist isn't very good. And I feel he won't give me an option. I'm on a low income also. The missing tooth is bottom side. Is viable when mouth open wide to smile
May 18, 2017
Answer: Replacement temporary Leaving a root in your mouth for an extended period of time is not a good idea- it can become infected. To replace the tooth, and you should replace it, there are several options. The best way is with a single tooth implant. However this usually takes months before you actually get a tooth in the space. A temporary removable appliance (often called a flipper or an Essix retainer) can be made after the root is removed which will fill in the space with a replacement tooth. You can wear this appliance before any implant is placed or even after the placement while the implant is healing. You need to see a dentist and have all your options explained including healing time and costs. Good luck!
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May 18, 2017
Answer: Replacement temporary Leaving a root in your mouth for an extended period of time is not a good idea- it can become infected. To replace the tooth, and you should replace it, there are several options. The best way is with a single tooth implant. However this usually takes months before you actually get a tooth in the space. A temporary removable appliance (often called a flipper or an Essix retainer) can be made after the root is removed which will fill in the space with a replacement tooth. You can wear this appliance before any implant is placed or even after the placement while the implant is healing. You need to see a dentist and have all your options explained including healing time and costs. Good luck!
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