I have had a dental bridge with 5 crowns since 1979 and I want to change it ?
Q. I HAVE A BRIDGE OF 5 PORCELAIN CROWNS WHICH I HAVE HAD SINCE 1979 AND ARE STILL GOING STRONG!I FIND THAT I WANT A CHANGE NOW AND WONDER IS IT POSSIBLE TO REPLACE THE BRIDGE (POSTS UNDERNEATH PORCELAIN CROWNS) AND WOULD IT BE A LONG PROCESS?THE BRIDGE IS AT THE FRONT OF MY MOUTH.I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. T
A. Dear T
Wow well that bridge has certainly done well! There is no reason why you can not have a new bridge, newer porcelains look much more life like and can help you create a beautiful smile. The first part of the process would be a thorough consultation and examination of your mouth to assesss your teeth and the periodontal health (underlying bone and gums) once this is done you can have a new bridge made (approx 2-4 weeks). You will also be able to assess the rest of your teeth and also you have the option of implants to replace the missing teeth.
I hope this helps.
Wow well that bridge has certainly done well! There is no reason why you can not have a new bridge, newer porcelains look much more life like and can help you create a beautiful smile. The first part of the process would be a thorough consultation and examination of your mouth to assesss your teeth and the periodontal health (underlying bone and gums) once this is done you can have a new bridge made (approx 2-4 weeks). You will also be able to assess the rest of your teeth and also you have the option of implants to replace the missing teeth.
I hope this helps.
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