Dental bridge, Dentistry FAQ

Regrets About Dental Bridges: Is Switching to Single Crowns Possible?

Regret having dental bridges? Due to severe dental decay throughout my mouth, I have experienced fractures and cavities in every tooth, which has made me self-conscious and reluctant to speak or smile. Therefore, in recent months, I have actively pursued a complete overhaul with ...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended not to bond everything just yet. Discuss with your original dentist the pros and cons of switching to individual crowns, considering that the initial decision to connect the entire arch together must have had its advantages. Once you fully understand and ...

Pros and Cons of Removable Dental Bridges: What You Need to Know

Removable dental bridge Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the advantages and disadvantages of a removable dental bridge. Is it necessary to grind down the adjacent teeth? If so, how much grinding is typically required? Alternatively, is it possible to avoid grinding? It se...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you are missing a single tooth and do not want to grind down the surrounding teeth, it is advisable to consider dental implants (if financially feasible), as they are less likely to affect the adjacent teeth. The success or failure of the implant will have minimal impac...

Understanding Gum Recession and Exposed Tooth Roots: A Patient's Journey

Gum recession and root exposure? Hello Doctor, I had almost a full mouth of dental bridges at a very young age. Last year, I started experiencing issues with my upper teeth, and I also have Class III skeletal malocclusion. In early 2022, I had the dental bridges removed and recei...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Surgical procedures inherently carry many risks and uncertainties, so it is advisable to communicate clearly with you before the operation. 1. If the orthognathic surgery has been successful, it is recommended that you relax, as the most challenging part has been overcome,...

Are Healthy Teeth Sacrificed for Dental Bridges? Expert Insights

Healthy teeth are sacrificed? A dental bridge requires the reduction of adjacent healthy teeth to support the prosthetic tooth when one tooth is missing. If the adjacent teeth are healthy, with no cavities, periodontal disease, or gingival inflammation, and after the reduction, o...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If the teeth feel slightly loose when biting together after grinding, it may be due to the treated teeth being more sensitive to hot and cold. Additionally, before the dental bridge is placed, the ground teeth are in occlusion without the protection of a crown. If the discomfort ...

Can I Get Dental Bridges with Swollen Gums and Mouth After Grinding?

Can a dental crown be placed if there are large gum wounds or swelling due to teeth grinding? I have missing teeth in front of my lower left second molar, and the doctor suggested that I get a dental bridge, which means using the two healthy teeth on either side to support two ar...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If you experience swollen and painful gums after tooth grinding, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment and have your dentist conduct an examination and treatment. Only after the gums have reduced swelling and inflammation should a dental bridge be placed. Dr. Ts...

Managing Dental Concerns: Can I Separate My Crowns Safely?

Continuation of question #191003? Thank you for your response, doctor. I have had an adjustment to my bite during my follow-up visit, but my canine tooth is still slightly mobile. There are no teeth behind the first molar, and I do not want to damage my teeth further. I would lik...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: At this stage, if you truly feel that the four-unit dental bridge is shaking beyond your tolerance, cutting it in the middle is indeed a feasible and more conservative long-term treatment option. It is advisable to discuss this thoroughly with your treating dentist before ...

Concerns About Dental Bridge Stability After Tooth Preparation

Tooth grinding and the instability of a dental bridge prosthesis? Hello, doctor: I have a missing first premolar (for 10 years) and a cracked first molar (which had root canal treatment and restoration 3 years ago). In order to create a dental bridge, the healthy canine and secon...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Since it has only been 10 days since the procedure, it is advisable to return to the original clinic and inform the dentist that the dentures feel loose. Ask if some occlusal adjustments can be made. If the four-unit bridge is indeed not stable enough (because the supporti...

Implants vs. Bridges: Which Dental Solution is Right for You?

Dental implants or dental bridges? Hello, Doctor: I have had two missing molars on the lower left for over fifteen years. My alveolar bone has become quite thin and slightly low, and my wisdom tooth is a bit tilted but healthy. As a result, the opposing upper tooth has slightly d...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If the wisdom tooth is to be used as a support for a dental bridge, it should not be excessively tilted; otherwise, the dental bridge will be difficult to clean in the long term, and the occlusal forces may lead to bone loss around the tilted wisdom tooth. If one insists on us...

Understanding Dental Crowns: When to Consider Root Canals

Fabrication of dental crowns Hello, Doctor. I am currently in the process of making a dental bridge for my upper front teeth. I have already had the left upper and right central incisors root-canaled, and the right central incisor was also treated during the process of reshaping ...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If three of the four front teeth have undergone root canal treatment and one has not, discomfort or pain in the untreated tooth during the temporary crown fitting may be due to poor marginal adaptation of the temporary crown or irritation of the dental pulp from occlusal force...

Proper Procedure for Reattaching a Dental Bridge: What You Need to Know

Procedure for Reattaching a Dental Bridge Dear Doctor, I previously had a dental bridge that fell off, and a small clinic reattached it using glue. However, I am unsure if the correct procedure should involve curing the adhesive with a UV light afterward. At that time, they did ...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to return to the original dental clinic that made the dentures for a more secure adhesion! Generally, adhesives are polymer compounds, which are not absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract, and any small amount ingested will be excreted in the feces. If th...

Choosing Between Dental Bridges and Implants: Cost-Effective Solutions

Issues with Dental Bridges and Implants Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing periodontal disease, which has led to inflammation and the extraction of two teeth. Initially, I planned to use the two healthy teeth on the left side and one tooth on the right side (the outermost to...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If the outer tooth is not severely affected by periodontal disease, first try to have a dentist treat it to see if it can be preserved for a traditional dental bridge. If it cannot be saved and needs to be extracted, it will result in three missing teeth. You can ask the dentist ...

Is It Difficult to Remove an Old Dental Bridge? Expert Insights

Is it difficult to remove an old dental bridge? Hello Doctor: Due to my age, the supporting teeth of the dental bridge I had installed previously have experienced gum recession, exposing the roots and causing them to decay, resulting in looseness. The doctor has determined that e...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It may be considered to cut the dental bridge between the two supporting teeth, removing the non-salvageable supporting tooth along with the severed portion of the bridge, while preserving the remaining salvageable supporting tooth. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, N...

Impact of Wisdom Teeth and Root Removal on Orthodontic Treatment

Dentures and orthodontics? Hello, doctor. I have three teeth with remaining roots. Originally, I was supposed to get a dental bridge, but because the gaps have been there for too long, the adjacent teeth have tilted. The doctor advised me to get braces first. Since all four of my...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to address any problematic areas before getting dentures, including extracting any remaining roots or impacted wisdom teeth that need to be removed. If orthodontic treatment is necessary, it should be completed first, and only then should fixed dentures b...

Understanding Dental Solutions: Crown Lengthening and Bridge Options

Issues with dentures? Hello, Doctor: Due to a large cavity in the lower right canine that extends into the gum, the doctor said it cannot be filled. If a dental bridge is to be made, it would require sacrificing the two adjacent teeth. Additionally, the neighboring tooth to the l...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Based on what you mentioned, it sounds like the best current option, as it is considered the most conservative yet proactive treatment (unless you decide not to take any action and wait until the dental issue worsens to extract the canine). Even if this treatment plan ulti...

Is Choosing Metal-Ceramic Bridges for Molars a Good Option?

Dental bridge issues Hello, I would like to ask about getting a dental bridge for my left posterior molar area. I chose a metal-ceramic bridge, and the dentist suggested that the first two units be porcelain-fused-to-metal while the third unit should not be porcelain-fused. He me...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: If you need to get a dental bridge and the molar teeth do not have sufficient brightness or tooth structure, you may consider getting a metal crown to avoid excessive reduction of tooth structure, which could affect the dental nerves. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Den...

Do I Need to Use Super Floss Daily for My Dental Bridge?

Dental bridge cleaning issues - Super floss? Hello Dr. Tseng, I had a dental bridge (from the upper right canine to the first molar) placed in April of this year. The dentist who installed the bridge told me that since the new bridge fits very well, I only need to return for reg...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is still recommended to use super floss daily to clean around the dental bridge after it is installed, to prevent plaque accumulation in the gaps, which can lead to gum inflammation and even secondary cavities. Dr. Tseng Kwang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.

Jaw Pain After Dental Bridge: Causes and Relief Strategies

After the dental bridge was placed on the left molar, there is pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)? After the left molar was fitted with a dental bridge, there was no sensation upon waking up in the morning. However, as time passed, the left temporomandibular joint began to...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you have a newly made dental bridge (within one month), it is recommended to return to the original clinic for a check-up with the dentist to see if any adjustments are needed. Thank you!

Should You Bridge Implants with Natural Teeth? Expert Insights

Can dental implants be used to create a bridge with natural teeth? To summarize the dental situation: The patient has a missing tooth numbered 34 and was previously advised by another dentist to place an implant for tooth 34 and create a three-unit bridge with teeth 33 and 35. Du...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If both are implants, it is indeed possible to consider creating a dental bridge to increase load-bearing capacity and stability. However, in your case, it is important to consider whether the lateral occlusion is canine guidance or group function. If it is canine guidance...

Understanding Pain After Dental Bridge: Causes and Solutions

Experiencing pain when biting down after getting dentures is common? Hello Doctor: I had a dental bridge placed on my upper front teeth, consisting of six crowns. It has been over a year since the procedure, but recently, in the past few months, I have been experiencing pain in m...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is possible that the gums around the edges of the braces are inflamed. It is recommended to schedule an appointment with a dentist as soon as possible for a thorough examination and treatment. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.

Pain When Biting with New Dental Bridge: Causes and Solutions

It hurts to bite down on the new dental bridge? When I was a child, my primary lateral incisor did not fall out until I was in middle school, which caused a gap between my canine and incisor. As I grew older, the gap widened, but there still wasn't enough space for an implan...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If there is pain when biting down after the dental bridge is placed, it may be due to high occlusion, periodontal issues with the supporting teeth, or poor marginal fit at the junctions of the bridge with each tooth, leading to sensitivity to hot and cold stimuli. It is recommend...

Previous｜Page ｜Next