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Question:
Dental Bridge for Tooth Replacements? I have severe periodontal disease on most of my upper teeth.
Only six of my upper teeth are secure. The two last teeth and the two opposite my four front teeth.
Can I get a dental bridge without implants? I am diabetic and my bone will definitely need to grafted, if implants are needed. However, can I work with the strong teeth I have remaining to get a bridge. ...Visitor from NY
Answer:
Bridges can't be made if the span is too long without enough supports.
Your dentist will advise you based on the amount of bone, the location of the roots and the stability of the remaining teeth.
I can't comment without x-rays and an exam on your situation. If your periodontal disease is severe
such that you have lost teeth and have several loose teeth then the stable teeth could be used for a "temporary bridge" so you can have teeth during implant treatment.
If your diabetes is severe and not under control you can keep your solid teeth as long as possible, have treatment partials made and as you lose teeth you can add them to your treatment denture.
Wisconsin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
Richard Winter, DDS MAGD
Winter Dental Associates
5323 W. Hampton Avenue
Milwaukee Wisconsin WI 53218
(414) 464-9021
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