over 30 years ago I broke my two front teeth and had crowns

Q. Over 30 years ago I broke my two front teeth and had crowns fitted one with a screw, then about 15 years ago had to have an apicectomy due to an infection and the crowns replaced. I was told that if I ever got another infection I would have to the crown removed and a denture put in its place, which has now happened. Is there any alternative to having a denture

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There are several very good alternatives. The best option for you depends on the quality of the teeth adjacent to the space, and the bone volume.

Adhesive bridge; +ve Kind to supporting tooth -ve not suitable in some cases
Crown retained Bridge +ve You already have a crown next door. -ve more reliance on supporting tooth
Implant +ve stands alone, maintains bone volume -ve surgical procedure , longer treatment.

Guide prices bridges £600-1200 Implant £2000-£2500

Our central Birmingham Practice offers a free initial consultation with an experienced dentist. Please mention the Cosmetic site if you do book an appointment.

Dr Rob Tennet
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill B2 5QJ

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This entry was posted on Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 at 6:14 am and is filed under Dr Tennet's Answers, Experts Answers, Q. Broken teeth, Q. Dental crowns.