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tallbrian1000 asked in HealthDental · 1 decade ago

After Periodontal Surgery I had a molar go bad and it had to be pulled.?

How I have a open spot that I would like to take care of. I know I can get a bridge or a implant. What is the best option?

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  • frdrtd
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago
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    As HARSH has said, it depends on the condition of your gums and bone. If your periodontal health is in jeopardy, then you are not a candidate for an implant. Your periodontist will advise you as to whether or not you are a candidate for an implant. You also want to consider whether the two teeth on either side of the missing tooth are strong enough to support a bridge, and whether or not they have had previous dental treatment, such as fillings. If they have not had fillings, then you do not want to go with the bridge because it is senseless to destroy healthy tooth structure in order to support one missing tooth.

    We have had many patients who at one time had severe periodontal disease, but were able to overcome it and have had great success with implants. It all depends on how dedicated you are to saving your teeth, as to which direction you wish to take. Talk over all possible courses of treatment with your dentist and periodontist and see what they think is your best option. Do not base your answer on advice gotten here, but talk to your health care team...they know you better than we do.

    Good Luck

    Source(s): 30 yrs as a dental assistant/office manager
  • 1 decade ago

    it depends upon your age

    and the cause of periodontal surgery

    if ur bone and teeth cond. is good then go for implant

    because for bridge the 2 adjacent teeth will be trimmed excessively.

    if any prob. mail me drharshgoyal@yahoo.com

    Source(s): i am a dentist
  • 1 decade ago

    An implant consisting of ceramics (zirkonoxide) is best.

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