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Limited with bridge as gum on missing teeth is low for bridge how bridge protect teeth 11 & 14 from shifting vs. if i only have crowns on # 11 & 14 ?

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Options: Best option is dental implants and crowns in 11 and 14.

Answered 8/2/2013

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Here we go...: The bridge will prevent #11 and #14 from moving. I understand the gum is lower at #12 and #13. A visit to a periodontist may create options for you to build up the gum there. If you do not replace #12 and #13, and you place crowns on #11 and #14, those teeth can move towards #12 and #13. Another options is dental implants for #12 and #13. Again, a periodontist may have options for you.

Answered 2/5/2013

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Bridge splints: The bridge splints them together - they are connected. This will hold them in position. If just the crowns are done, then they can move in towards the space over time.

Answered 4/1/2013

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