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For night grinder, missing 3 back teeth 11,12,13, would you do 2 implants and abridge or 3 implant. fixed 4 unit bridge broke. which is stronger. ?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

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3 implants plus NG: After your final crowns (over 3 implants) are placed, you will need the nightguard (NG) to protect your teeth and implants.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 10/23/2015

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A member asked:

For night grinder, missing 3 back teeth 11,12,13, would you do 2 implants and abridge or 3 implant. fixed 4 unit bridge broke. which is stronger. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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