Feels like the bridge was tilted during the fitting and there is a gap between the bottom of my teeth and the top of the ceramic bridge

Q. I had a bridge fitted which included 1-4R + 1-4L to replace my 2 front teeth (8 teeth in total upper) in 2005. Unfortunately, there is a gap between the bottom of my teeth and the top of the ceramic bridge (behind) and I am worried about the life expectance of MY teeth as they are very difficult to floss at the back. Feels like the bridge was tilted during the fitting. The dentist that did the work relocated to South Africa after the work was done and I have been unable to get my new dentist to take me seriously (not his forte)other than ‘looking after them’. Please advise me if I aught to find another dentist? (very scarce in this area). Is it possible to have a bridge refitted? How much would it cost (about)? I would apreciate any advice you could offer me, type of dentistry etc. Many thanks

A. I would say if your dentist is happy to watch it then maybe thats the best advice you should take at the moment. You could seek a 2nd opinion from a dentist specialising in crown and bridgwork if you are very worried. As for cost it will probably cost 10-20% more than the last time due to the increase in precious metal prices.

Regards  Andrew

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