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Question:
My right lower molar has had two root canals and the back roots cut off. It is holding a bridge with seven teeth.
Also I have peridontial disease and do not have enough gum for post or implants. What can I do to save my bridge? ...Visitor from MS
Answer:
Gum tissue isn't the limiting factor.... it is the amount and quality of the underlying bone
that determines if and how implants can be integrated into your jawbone.
I suspect an accomplished reconstructive dentist who does alot of implant dentistry and bone grafting
can rebuild the lower jaw but it probably would require a new bridge.
Possibly a cantilevered bridge if the posterior areas of your jaw are too thin. There are examples
of this treatment on the website.
Ara Nazarian, D.D.S.
Michigan Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
1857 East Big Beaver Road
Troy, Michigan MI 48083
(248) 457-0500
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