Is it possible for me to have bridge instead of implant?
Q. Due to an abscess I lost a tooth, the second one from the back upper right side, I was told I couldn’t have a bridge as I had virgin teeth either side and to opt for an implant, is it possible to have a bridge and is it the cheaper option? Although you can’t see the gap when I speak, I do have a big mouth and wide smile and it makes me feel very awkward now in company and I tend to smile lopsidedly. Many thanks,
A. The most conservative treatment would be to have either an implant or a single tooth denture, as this would eliminate the need to prepare your healthy teeth. However, it should be possible to have a bridge, if you decide that you are willing to have the teeth either side of the gap prepared and fitted with crowns. The gap will then be filled by a false tooth which would be attached to the two crowns to form the bridge. I hope this will help. Many Thanks. Dr Solanki
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