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Can you root fill a bridged tooth with out taking the bridge off?
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Bridges vs dental implants?
A dental implant consists of the process of replacing a missing tooth with multiple procedures. First inserting the abutment into the gums, to act as the root of the missing tooth, then to attach the crown. A bridge is when you fill the gap of the missing tooth by attaching the false tooth to the adjacent teeth.
I chipped my moral tooth a little due to bruxism. Even it doesn't hurt, should I fill the tooth?
Yes Fill it
What is used to fill a tooth that has a hole?
hollow
What are dental bridges?
If you have one or more missing teeth, a dental bridge can fill the gap with one or more artificial (false) teeth. A bridge is typically made of crowns on either side of the missing tooth or teeth supporting the pontic (false tooth) and is cemented in place. The four main types of bridges are:- • Traditional fixed bridge: This bridge is the most common. It has two or more crowns and a filler tooth or teeth that are all connected. The crowns keep the bridge in place. Traditional bridges are made of metal, porcelain fused to metal, or ceramics. • Cantilever bridge: In this bridge type, the pontic connects to only one abutment tooth. This can sometimes be an option for people who have teeth on only one side of the gap. • Maryland dental bridge (resin-bonded bridge): You may have this type of bridge if you have missing front teeth. It’s made of porcelain fused to metal or ceramic teeth, supported by a framework. Wings on each side of the bridge bond to your existing teeth. • Implant supported bridge: This bridge is similar to a “traditional fixed bridge” but instead of being cemented in place to teeth, it is held in place by implants.
Is it rare to have a baby tooth as an adult?
not as much as you think. It actually happens quite often. when it does, you treat that tooth as a permanent tooth and fill cavities. You can even crown a baby tooth if there is no permanent tooth underneath it. If you have a permanent tooth under it, they usually extract the baby tooth.
If you get a cavity on a loose tooth will the dentist fill it?
No, because your loose tooth will fall out eventually, than you won't have anything to worry about.
Is having a tooth fill on a four year old too tramic?
Not as traumatic as having to have a tooth pulled out because it is causing tooth ache due to getting bad.
What is an amalgam restoration?
An amalgam restoration is when a tooth is repaired using amalgam. Usually, the amalgam is used to fill a hole that is found in a tooth.
I have a small patch of decalcification on a front tooth. Should I let my dentist fill this tooth?
No. Decalcification is not the same thing as tooth decay. It is the precursor to it. Talk to your dentist about other options.
Is a bridge necessary for one missing tooth?
While a trip to your dentist is the ultimate solution for a permanent tooth solution, I do know of one really good solution to help fix a gap or hole in your smile to complete the look of your smile (if your missing tooth is noticeable). Go to temptooth.com. It is an at home, low cost temporary tooth replacement alternative, that allows you to make your own realistic tooth to fill in a gap and match your smile. They have lots of before and after photos to give you an idea of what it can do. The website is temptooth.com. Good luck
How much money does a dental bridge cost?
It depends on how big the bridge is and what it is made out of. A bridge with three teeth in it made out of non-precious metal can cost around $400. A six or seven unit zirconia bridge can cost as much as $2500.
Should you not take any medications prior to a tooth extraction?
If you are taking any medications you should inform your dentist prior to your appointment. Usually it is asked when you go in and fill out a questionnaire about any relevant medical history.
