Replacing bridge
Added: July 03, 2007 - 9:06 AM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Indian Trail, Nc, NC
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Case Summary
Broken Tooth
Bridge
Teeth: 7,8,9,10
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 20 years ago
Last Cleaning: ?
Case Description
front bridge loos and one dentist says it can't be replaced, need to know about implants
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Reply: Replacing bridge
added: July 03, 2007 - 6:04 PM
Cost Estimate: $thousands
Hi,You''''ve contacted the right dentist for this situation! Lost likely the bridge you have will need to be extended to at least 1 additional tooth to the left and right. Rarely is it a good idea to do a bridge supported by teeth 7 and 10 alone. The adjacent canines must be in good condition, with good bone support too.2 HUGE points to make. First, you MUST choose a dentist who is very confident handling these cases. Second, you MUST not choose the cheaper way out of this situation...you''''ll pay for it later in many unpleasant ways!I have a great relationship with the best implant surgeon in the greater Charlotte area. He places the implants, and I restore them with crowns, bridges, etc.Unfortunately it''''s impossible to give you even a ballpark estimate without seeing you first, because I have no idea about the condition of the rest of your teeth. I''''d be happy to see you for a no cost, no obligation visit.Please call us at 704-337-8070 to schedule, and we''''ll set it up for you. I look forward to meeting you.All my best,Dr. Chris Bowman
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