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Bridge Life Expectancy

 
Bridge Life Expectancy
Added: January 17, 2007 - 5:37 AM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Philadelphia, PA		 Need Dentist / Specialist: No  
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How long should a bridge last? I had a bridge made in 2003, and it has chipped and had to be repaired four times. Half of the front tooth is missing, and I think my only alternative is to have a new bridge made. What should I expect from my dentist?




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Reply: Bridge Life Expectancy
added: January 17, 2007 - 6:53 AM
This is completly unacceptable. A well done bridge in a well maintained mouth should last a minimum of 10 years. I have bridges in patients'''' mouths that look like new after 20 years. You definitely had a poor job done. It should be redone for free or you should get your money back and go elsewhere. I likly would have had a dental implant placed here and not a bridge to begin with. This is a better, longer lasting, and more esthetic alternative, which may still be able to be done and not another bridge, if the circumstances allow for it. Talk to someone who knows what is best for you, and can give you all the options with the pros and cons. Good luck!
   

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