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Question:
Removing 18 year old Bridge: I wanted to know if a bridge can be removed after 18 years.
My bridge is breaking and now I have swelling and pain around my bridge.
If it can be removed would it be wise to get another bridge in that spot? ...Visitor from NY
Answer:
It is difficult to answer your question without seeing your bridge or the x-rays of your bridge.
If you have swelling, soreness and pain around this 18 year old bridge then something is wrong and you should see a dentist for an evaluation.
Whether it can be replaced would depend on the health of the underlying teeth. If the teeth are badly decayed or you have a lot of periodontal bone loss around the roots, you make not be able to have the bridge remade.
A dentist can evaluate the condition of your bridge and supporting bone around your teeth to give you a more informed prognosis of these teeth. The dentist should be able also to give you different treatment options to restore your mouth.
TotalConfidenceDentistry.com
Ron Briglia, DMD
Chester County Medical Building
600 East Marshall Street, Suite 201
West Chester PA 19380
(610) 692-4440
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