My lower first molar was perfectly fine but the gum below had swollen and got infected. The dentist said the only way is to remove the molar.feel I was rushed into it. Tooth gone,Infection has subsided and got my impacted wisdom tooth out. Just after a month, he says he can start with the implant. I don’t have any trust on this doctor. Can you please suggest correct treatment and timeline.. What are the advantage/ disadvantage of having a bridge at lower first molar. Looking for guidance. TIA.
October 24, 2017
Answer: Dental Implants with a Dentist You Trust Thank you for your question. Trust in your dentist/prosthodontist is an essential part of the doctor-patient relationship. It’s perfectly natural for you to feel this way following a last-minute tooth extraction. You need to have a say in your dental care and to feel comfortable with the individual in charge of your oral health. A dental bridge is a tried and true way to restore your missing tooth. However, dental implants offer a more natural look and don’t require the adjacent teeth to be prepared for a bridge. Dental implants mimic the look and feel of your natural teeth, and you can care for them by simply brushing and flossing as you normally would. The best thing you can do right now is to schedule a consultation with a prosthodontist to discuss your options and see if they are a better fit for you. Best of luck! Paul Binon DDS, MSD and FAO—implant dentist and ACP-accredited prosthodontist
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October 24, 2017
Answer: Dental Implants with a Dentist You Trust Thank you for your question. Trust in your dentist/prosthodontist is an essential part of the doctor-patient relationship. It’s perfectly natural for you to feel this way following a last-minute tooth extraction. You need to have a say in your dental care and to feel comfortable with the individual in charge of your oral health. A dental bridge is a tried and true way to restore your missing tooth. However, dental implants offer a more natural look and don’t require the adjacent teeth to be prepared for a bridge. Dental implants mimic the look and feel of your natural teeth, and you can care for them by simply brushing and flossing as you normally would. The best thing you can do right now is to schedule a consultation with a prosthodontist to discuss your options and see if they are a better fit for you. Best of luck! Paul Binon DDS, MSD and FAO—implant dentist and ACP-accredited prosthodontist
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October 23, 2017
Answer: First molar removed Hi:Sorry about the way you feel. The main advantage of an implant is that the adjacent teeth are not touched. When doing a bridge the teeth on both sides of the missing teeth are shaved down and crowned. If your adjacent teeth are healthy its best to get an implant.Best,Dr. Maddahi
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October 23, 2017
Answer: First molar removed Hi:Sorry about the way you feel. The main advantage of an implant is that the adjacent teeth are not touched. When doing a bridge the teeth on both sides of the missing teeth are shaved down and crowned. If your adjacent teeth are healthy its best to get an implant.Best,Dr. Maddahi
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