Posts Tagged ‘maryland bridge’
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
Q. My 23-year-old daughter has a 6 tooth bridge across one incisor to the other. This was because she was missing 2 laterals. This was done instead of implants because of severe bone loss of the missing laterals and not enough space for implants. She did have braces but unfortunately had an orthodontist that didn’t know what he was doing, causing these problems. An excellent prosthodontist suggested either redo braces and gum grafting or a bridge. For monetary reasons and my daughter not wanting go through this all over again for years she chose a bridge. This is when she was 19. Is it possible for her to get implants and crowns or once a bridge, always at bridge?
A. It doesn’t sounds like anything has changed regarding the space or bone for implants and now the teeth have been trimmed (i presume) it isn’t really worth considering replacing everything. If the bridge starts to fail then the situation may change and implants may become an option then.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bad gums red throat, bone loss, bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cost dental implants, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental veneer gum line, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, immediate dental implants, implants, incisor, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge, teeth implants
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Friday, November 6th, 2009
Q. Hi, I have just returned from a visit to my dentist today. My appointment was for preparation for a crown on upper molar, second from back. This tooth had broken in half followng root canal treatment and filling 5 years ago. My current dentist put a temporary cover on it and we left it for six months to ensure that the seal hadn’t been breached. When he removed the temporary today he advised he would be unable to save the tooth as what was left of the tooth was partially below the gum-line rendering a crown that would not be viable. He suggested either a bridge, which he felt was not a good option due to the grinding down of the adjacent teeth and suggested an implant at a cost of £2,000. Having done some research on the internet some sites have said that crowns can be placed even if there is only a root left (that has had root canal treatment) and a post can be inserted into the root for the crown to be attached to. Can you advise if this is a possibility please? I look forward to your response. Many thanks.
A. the details are all important here. some teeth can be managed with crowns some are better extracted.
the size, shape and location of the residual tooth : filling are all important.
Before implants there were several common ways to solve the problems. But the fix might only last 5-10years, Implants can be more predictable in some cases. so tend to be increasing in popularity.
If you are near our city centre Practice beside New Street shops contact Amy for details of a free initial assesment. 0121 643 0610
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Q. What is bridge work and does it involve any injections …. thankyou
A. A bridge is a way of filling the gap left after a tooth is removed. it normally requires injections as the teeth either side of the gap need to be drilled down to receive the bridge.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Q. I have a gap on my bottom jaw. The 2nd tooth never grew when I was growing up. My dentist says I could have a bridge but I am reluctant to have good teeth either side filed down. The gap is not very big but is annoying and the tooth from the upper jaw is growing downwards to fill the gap. Would an implant work? I had an implant for a bigger missing tooth on the uppper jaw which is great but this gap is smaller.
A. If the gap is less than 5mm wide then an implant will not be possible. It which case a bridge might be the best alternative
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cost dental implants, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, immediate dental implants, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, jaw, jaw bone, jaw click, jaw joint, Jaw line, jaw pain, maryland bridge, offline jaw, porcelain bridge, teeth implant, teeth implants, tooth implant
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Q. My husband had a bridge fitted last year (4 front teeth). He does not floss the area between his bridge teeth and gums – saying that his dentist said it was not necessary as the bridge was tightly fitted and there was no “gap”. He now has bad/stale breath and I believe it is to do with him not cleaning his bridge work properly but he won’t be told. I too have a bridge (1 tooth) and my dentist showed me how to floss the “gap” between bridge and gum. So who’s right?
A. I would advise that your husband visits his dental professional for a hygienist appointment. The hygienist will be able to clean the area, as well as advising your husband on how to care for his bridge. It may however, be that this is not the cause of the bad breath. I hope this helps
Many thanks
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, dental bridge, dental bridges, hygienist, maryland bridge, oral hygiene, porcelain bridge
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Q. I am about to start looking for a dentist to do some reconstructive work on my teeth. I am about to lose many teeth due to genetic periodontitis. I am willing to have some existing teeth pulled if it makes the procedure easier – I do not hold out much hope for most of them. My preferred option would be bridges secured by implants, if possible. Can you advise me of the options I may have and the cost implications of same.
A. Hello, thanks for your message, it sounds like implants would be your best option is you still have enough bone for them. You would need an assessment and a ct scan of the jaws to decide the best treatment. As a rule you may need to budget around £1500-2000 per missing tooth if implants are used. Let me know if you’d like me to take a look for you my clinic number is 01245 268 494
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cost dental implants, ct scan, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, jaw, jaw bone, jaw click, jaw joint, Jaw line, jaw pain, maryland bridge, periodontal disease, porcelain bridge
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Q. Dear Dr Caplan, I had a bridge fitted last July on the front tooth attached to my good front left tooth. I got knocked over today by youngest son and it has become slightly lose. Will it be repairable?
A. Maybe but visit your dentist asap for an Xray to check for fracture etc
Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, fractured root, fractured teeth, front teeth, front tooth, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge, Q. Dental Bridges
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Sunday, November 1st, 2009
Q. Hi, I am a 49 year old male and i have lost all but 3 of my top teeth, and dont have that many left on the bottom, can you help me please?
A. The treatment for you will probably be a combination of dentures and implants. The best result would be a fixed bridge attached to implants but this depends on the amount of bone available for the implants and of course cost
Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cosmetic dentistry drugs, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, cost cosmetic dentistry, cost dental implants, cost teeth whitening, cracked tooth, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, denture, dentures, immediate dental implants, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, maryland bridge, partial denture, partial dentures, porcelain bridge, valplast dentures
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Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Q. Which is the best superfloss for bridge flossing, eg Thornton’s, Oral B? Many thanks for any advice
A. I would recommend Oral B
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, dental bridge, dental bridges, flossing, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Q. i had bridge work done all of the upper not happy with the results, one side seen lower the teeth seem too big, did have some adjustments, still not happy, also this took almost 3 months to complete. what are the procedure to have this redone. not happy
A. Very sorry to hear that you are not happy with the result of your bridge. The only thing to be done now is to have it redone. If you came to see me I would firstly assess exactly what you are not happy with using photographs and possibly imaging. Impressions of your existing bridge would be taken and a diagnostic mock up of your teeth would be made in wax on the model. When your bridge is removed this mockup would be used to produce a beautiful temporary bridge and any adjustments would be made at this stage until you are happy. This would then be copied to make the final bridge. In this way the aesthetics are very carefully controlled. This could be completed before Xmas but you will need to contact my surgery as soon as possible as my clinical time is limited due to lecture commitments. I hope to see you soon.
Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge, Q. Dental Bridges
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Q. I have a missing tooth needing a bridge. I have been advised that a CEREC replacement would be better than a normal bridge because the CEREC materials are chemically bonded to your neighbouring healthy teeth. This would enable my dentist to save as much healthy tooth tissue as possible. Is a CEREC bridge preferable as it allows the dentist to save more of your neighbouring healthy teeth?
A. I would not advise a Cerec bridge as the materials available at the moment are only plastic for bridges
Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cerec, cosmetic dentist, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry drugs, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, cost cosmetic dentistry, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Q. I just had a 6 unit full porcelain bridge placed in December of 2009, I just noticed a very tiny chip in between my two front teeth. Is this repairable?
A. Thanks for your question, it is possible that the dentist would be able to repair the chip without removing the bridge.
Many Thanks
Dr Kailesh solanki
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry drugs, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, porcelain, porcelain bridge, porcelain crowns, porcelain fillings, porcelain teeth, porcelain veneer, porcelain veneers
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Q. thanks for taking the time to read this. basically i had an accident while playing football which has led to me losing over half of one of my front teeth and the other front tooth being pushed back out of place. also along with that my bottom teeth are quite covered in plaque and rotten due to many a years cola drinking without looking after my teeth and they have become quite rotted and were also slightly pushed back in the accident and feel quite sore. ive not had a dental visit for 12 yrs until i had emergency surgery the day after the accident and all the dentist did was pull my front tooth forward again and glue it to the tooth next to it aswell as to the snapped tooth which he appears to have just covered in glue aswell to stop me cutting my mouth open on. i really dont like the sound of having false teeth put in place as my front teeth top ot bottom but it seems i may lose most of them if this repair work wasnt successful and if my bottom front teeth cant be saved. what are my options as im a unemployed nhs dental user. thanks for yor time
A. Thanks for your questions, I’m sorry to hear about your recent trauma. If you are unfortunate and do have to lose some of your teeth, dentures may not be the only option available to you. It would depend on the stability of the healthy teeth either side of your gap, but you may be able to have a bridge. A bridge is made by putting crowns on the teeth at either side of the gap and then joining the two crowns together by attaching a false tooth in between them. However sometimes the dentist will advise that you have a temporary denture in place for a while after you lose the teeth to allow for the healing process. I hope this helps.
Kind regards
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, crown, crowns, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental crown, dental crowns, denture, dentures, gold crown, lava crown, maryland bridge, NHS, nhs crowns, nhs dentist, nhs dentistry, partial denture, partial dentures, porcelain bridge, porcelain crowns, valplast dentures
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Q. Several yrs ago I had 5 front teeth worked on. 3 are on a bridge 2 were on posts. 2 yrs ago one of the teeth broke off at the root (abssesed) and had to have it pulled. Now one of the front teeth which is on a post is loose. I went to a dentist and he tried to remove cap but couldn’t. He used what he called a blue bos. Felt like a hydaulic hammer. Now he says he will have to cut the cap off, replace the post & make a bridge for the front tooth, the tooth next to it (currently have to wear mouth piece and use one of my incisors for the bridge. My concern is what if the root which has had 2 prior root conals done on it (freak, yes) also breaks off at the root. The other side of this is fron tooth capped, next tooth capped, next tooth incisor tooth missing and part of bridge. So we are talking about my entire front teeth. I hope you understand and can help. I am worried. My dentist can’t get me in until Dec. 3rd, although he got me in in a week of never seeing him before and then again that very same day.
A. It sounds like you need to have the teeth fully assessed if they are that weak you may need to think about dental implants, which will provide you with new teeth and last a lot longer.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cosmetic dentist, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, cost dental implants, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants costs, front teeth, front tooth, immediate dental implants, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge, teeth implant, teeth implants, tooth implant
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Q. I have a bridge (top six teeth) with a broken/chipped tooth. I have had it repaired several times but the repair keeps breaking off. Basically it is non functional. Is there a way to remove my bridge and replace the chipped one or some other procedure to fix it permanently?
A. It sounds like you will need the bridge removing and replacing completely let me know if you would like me to take a look please free to contact me on 01245 268494
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, broken teeth, chipped teeth, chipped tooth, dental bridge, dental bridges, front tooth, maryland bridge, Q. Dental Bridges
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Q. Hi, I wonder if you can help. I had an upper bridge fitted by an NHS dentist and it really is the worst thing I have ever done. The 4 teeth are massive and I feel my smile has been ruined. I now speak with a slight lisp and have a constant dry mouth. I also now have an over bite. This bridge also sticks out farther than the teeth either side of it. I am so upset about this.My question I guess it – can a bridge be filled down
A. This is unlikely to be possible and you probably need a new bridge. NHS dentists are limited as far as aesthetics goes due to the fee that they recieve limiting them to use basic laboratory technicians to produce well fitting bridges but with limited aesthetics
Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, NHS, nhs crowns, nhs dentist, nhs dentistry, porcelain bridge, Q. Dental Bridges
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Q. Hello Dr Solanki I had a missing tooth at the back of my upper teeth, the front two had previously been veneered some 14 years ago and one tooth next to a front tooth was a crown. I wanted the crown replaced, a bridge to be fitted to fill the missing tooth and the rest of my uppert teeth, which were healthy, to be veneered. The dentist thought it best to replace the whole upper teeth with two seper bridges, one starting from the right front and one fron the left front, a total of 11 teeth. the bridge unit starting from the left is ok , feeling quite smooth, but the other unit feels rough.What is causing this and what would be the remedy, and also, is it wise to file down perfectly healthy teeth to take a bridge? Thanks
A. hi, my answer to your question is i try to avoid filing down healthy teeth to accomodate a bridge, the bridge could be rough due to excess cement being left around it, or the porcelain might not have been glazed sufficiently to give it a smooth surface. if this is the case it can be polished in the mouth with a diamond paste. hope this information is helpful.
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007
Tags: bridge, bridges, crown, crowns, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental crown, dental crowns, dental veneer costs, dental veneer gum line, dental veneers, emax veneers, empress veneers, gold crown, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge, porcelain crowns, porcelain veneer, porcelain veneers, Q. Dental Bridges, Q. Dental crowns, Q. Dental Veneers, tooth veneer, vaneers, venee, veneer, veneers, veneerswhite smile, venner, venners
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Q. hi Dr Solanki, i am currently considering have an implant as i currently have 4 teeth lower jaw bridge.where is the best place to have this kind of treatment uk or abroad?i was lookng at one in budapest,hungary and it look quite good any advice?Thank you for yourtime.
A. hi many thanks for your email, i am against dentistry done abroad as when you get back and if you get problems its usually the local uk dentists which then need to sort the problems out and in my experiance the problems are more than the praise. however pay your money and take your chances. if you require help in finding a reputable dentist in the uk i will be happy to recommend one in your local area.
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental inplant, dental treatment abroad, immediate dental implants, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, jaw, jaw bone, jaw click, jaw joint, Jaw line, jaw pain, maryland bridge, Q. Dental Implants
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
Q. My gum specialist has recommended that I have a night guard made (michegan splint) by my dentist. I have recently had non surgical deep cleaning and scaling treatment. I suppose what I am concerned about might seem silly. I have a bridge and I’m really worried that when the dental impression is being done it might get pulled out. Thank you for your help.
A. Don’t worry the bridge won’t come off unless the bridge is already very loose.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge, porcelain bridge
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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Q. Hi there, I’ve been to my dentist and was pondering over having a conventional fixed bridge or a maryland bridge – I have one missing front tooth. Both treatments cost £1,800 each. The dentist says for the maryland bridge, the reason why it’s that much is that it’s made from lava material. I just wanted to get a second opinion on the price because I thought that a maryland bridge was cheaper than a conventional bridge. Please advise. Thank you.
A. If the bridge involves 2 teeth both fees are top end and if you shop around you will be able to find good quality Lava bridges for less. If the bridge is 3 teeth fixed at either end the fees are normal. However individual dentists are free to set fees according to their local market.
If you would like a free consultation please call 0121 643 0610 for details
Rob
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, maryland bridge
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