I have a bridge that is failing.  My dentist has recommended that we go with a partial.  I’m not sure if I like the idea of removing the partial each night and having the clip visible in the front of my teeth.  Whats your thoughts?

ANSWER:

Since your dentist is not recommending a new bridge I am assuming once the bridge is removed either the distance without teeth is too long for a traditional bridge or there will not be a tooth towards the back to support a new fixed (none-movable) bridge. In these cases your only options are to use the removable appliance or dental implants to support a fixed bridge.  An implants supported bridge will be more expensive but will look and function more like natural teeth. I suggest you go see a periodontist to discuss your options with you. If you would like I will ask some of my friends in The NYC area and see if they can recommend someone in the Norwich area. As a minimum I would ask your current dentist if he thinks an implant supported bridge might work for you. A third option might be to place a single implant with an internal connection so that you do not see a clip in the front of you mouth.

Hope this helps,

Nick DeTure DMD
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How much do dental implants generally cost?

ANSWER:

This is an excellent question. An Implant is actually a three piece tooth replacement system. The implant itself usually cost between $1500 and $2500 if it is done by someone reputable, this may or may not include the middle piece called the Abutment. If it does not the abutment may cost anywhere from $400 to $1500, and then the crown on top may cost anywhere from $800 to $2000.
No fees vary widely from area to area and office to office and implants tend to be the best value over time in terms of replacing a lost tooth. I suggest you see a Periodontist in your area for and evaluation as they can give you better estimates for your area. One last word of Caution Beware of advertisements promising free or inexpensive implants. They are either using cheep materials or they are raising the price for something else.

Hope this helps,
Nick DeTure DMD
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