Dental Implants vs Bridges for a Missing Tooth

Trying to figure out if a Dental Implant or a Dental Bridge is better? Do you want to know the pros and cons of each?
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[@Quit3Cut3]

Getting an implant Monday.. which kills me I’ve spent about 4000 trying to save the tooth and now I’m spending another 6000 just on one implant. It’s criminal how expensive things are here in the US. I’ve spent close to 30k saving my teeth 😢

[@ptg805]

Should have gone to Mexico 🇲🇽

[@daphneellis1206]

Girl go to Columbia

[@Quit3Cut3]

@@daphneellis1206 can’t travel right now. Dealing with chronic pain also 🫤 plus if something goes wrong, I’d rather be close.

[@feleciawallace8420]

Quit3Cut3 - wondering how did your implant installation go? I have a similar situation, curious.

[@TheNYgolfer]

​@@feleciawallace8420 Look into a removable bridge. Much cheaper and the most hygienic solution since it can be easily removed for cleaning

[@paulapreston5167]

Thank you

[@OmarOmar-lv6yu]

احسن دكتور بالعالم

[@cesarmadrigal7003]

How long the bridge can be good ? Because I know an implant is for life

[@angelaschaefer5883]

I had mine for 14 years.

[@Ms.H.E.R]

​@angelaschaefer5883 what happened after 14 years?

[@Connie7881]

Implants are invasive and he didn’t mention complications such as infection, osteo-disintegration, bone space issues, sinus issues, rejection by body, etc. Speaking from experience, implant is a last resort. Failure rate is high especially upper teeth.

[@starrliltreecia8782]

I agree 🎯

[@hrcd21]

thanks for sharing I might be getting maryland bridge instead

[@AngelaM7402]

I had 3 implants done 2 molars and one upper where a sinus lift was performed about 15 years ago…the best thing I ever did…

[@dragonkat13]

I started my implant journey last fall (Nov 2023) just had restoration done (July 2024) 6000.00 total cost. WITH insurance. Crown was not insurance, 2300.00 I was given the option of a bridge, but didn't want my other two molars shaved down and crowned unless I needed to. That was going to cost 3500.00 WITHOUT the extraction cost. My extraction had to be done by an oral surgeon as it was a failed RCT and my root tip was pretty much almost touching my main facial nerve. That surgery for extraction and bone graft was 2000.00 so either way, it was going to be expensive but I went with the implant and broke costs up. As far as restoration, my oral surgeon sent an EXPLICITLY detailed letter telling my dentist what materials to use for my abutment and to do screw retained, and I didn't know that......and my dentist DID NOT read or heed that, not sure which and he cemented it down. I have had issues now with irritation and am now facing possibly having to have it removed and redone. SO my advice is always make sure they are doing what they are supposed to. As a patient, I shouldn't have to, but apparently you do. Hope this all helps someone.

[@blessed380]

My two lower and upper lower molar had multiple fillings it becomes thinner unable to chew properly I have overbite can implant and braces save my face

[@TheNYgolfer]

Removable bridge is the cheapest and the most hygienic option. I have one and love it. You may be wondering why I say it's the most hygienic solution. Because you can easily remove it and clean it. The permanent bridge and the implants have areas where bacteria can build up and cleaning those areas is very difficult because you can't remove an implant or permanent bridge. Not in my wildest dreams would I consider grinding down 2 good teeth in order to bond a bridge in place.

[@monyvarghese1647]

You are absolutely right. I lost 4 of my good teeth in the process of bridging and I am struggling now . When bridging is done it is a convenient place for bacteria to grow as we can't clean well under the bridge. I sincerely request , no one should go for bridging

[@Taz4u12k4]

Cleaning is difficult as food does get stuck from time to time however i have a temp dental bridge which is using a single wing attached to they adjacent teeth i have had it 5 years no problem so my other teeth is still healthy

[@silvertbird1]

I’ve seen two dentists about a missing upper molar and neither mentioned a removable bridge as an option. I need to learn more about it. Thank you for the info.

[@catsosweet3686]

Thank u I'm having teeth removed I'm a get a removal bridge as well that's how I feel u can clean it

[@Bloodborne11639]

Maryland bridge type?

[@ninjapandapro419]

I had a bridge done to save money. Now I’m getting an implant after 4 years. Bridge failed. Wish I would’ve never gotten the bridge.

[@joseherrera8489]

Similar. Insurance only covered a bridge when I was young. Had to destroy healthy teeth for it. One of those has since gotten infected (due to bridge making it impossible to completely clean under it). Now need to get implants for the original missing teeth in addition to implant for the now decaying tooth.

[@elaztecareal8081]

just examining what you say and i think you are telling the truth

[@pauldavies917]

Dentist try and do everything before an implant so they can make money full stop Once you have an implant the cash machine stops Keep it clean and don’t be trying to eat rock hard nuts and sweets and it will be fine

[@FullAwsome]

Same.. I’m watching this video now as I am considering tooth implant. I had a Maryland Bridge during the pandemic. It was awful because I believe the doctor picked the wrong color (his plans perhaps on getting me to have my other teeth bleached). 3years later, it fell down while eating a bar of chocolate that has nougats. Before that I was getting a stinky smell on my floss which tells me the anchors were not cemented fully shut! Changing dental clinics.

[@fratecucodrul9474]

How do you get an implant after 4 years, my dentist said my bone retracted and can't use an implant?

[@ezragonzalez8936]

Dental care is absurdly expensive here in the U.S easily have $30k of lifetime dental work I am going to Mexico to get my veneers at the top Veneer Dentist in Guadalajara 10 teeth Zirconium veneers for $4k compare that to my quoted $22K here in Salt Lake think I will rather have a nice vacation in mexico than to pay $22K!

[@ceahorse56]

I had a bridge done 10 yrs ago and love it! No problem with it at all.

[@lifewithhope...5806]

I want to ask you some questions related to bridge

[@ceahorse56]

@@lifewithhope...5806 ask it here?

[@h0p3y13]

You havent had any problem with the bridge?

[@ceahorse56]

@@h0p3y13 none what so ever, my bridge was done between two molars and one tooth had to have a root canal first otherwise it went smooth. My dentist did send the first bridge back since it didn't meet his standards. Are you having problems with one or plan to get one?

[@h0p3y13]

@ceahorse56 Well i have to have partial for 3 molar o top and 2 molar on the bottom but for a before a good molar they are giving me an option of a bridge but im scared and nervous with everything and im scared of how long it will last

[@andymoran9216]

Good explanation, fair and objective. Outlined the differences between the two options, advantages, disadvantages, differences in costs.

[@nattyco]

My temporary bridge is constantly falling out. My friend went for implant and had a lot of trouble with bone changes

[@Taz4u12k4]

Thats strange my dental bridge is still going strong since i have had it which is nearly 5 years ago it bonded with a single wing i was going to get an implant however i am in two minds as it could still fail and the bridge isnt giving me any problem apart from the odd time food is getting stuck from time to time

[@pinkcharms]

My mum had a bridge done and her two healthy teeth that was filed down both broke after some years

[@luiz0h0]

Really

[@Taz4u12k4]

Those bridges are not the best options to begin the resin bonding one are better as if it fails your other teeth doesnt need grinding down so u can still get an implant without having to crown your healthy teeth

[@CarlosGutierrez-ih4ni]

I just started my first procedure today for a bridge I think I made a great choice 👌🏻🙌🏻

[@266birdie]

Which procedure did you get? How far along are you now in your cause of treatment? would you like you share your experience thus far? Price? etc. Would love to know..thanks!

[@CarlosGutierrez-ih4ni]

@@266birdie I got the bridge and it went pretty good 👍🏼

[@tonynathanson7843]

Two things you neglected to mention: 1. There is no guarantee that an implant will work & there is no refund if implants have to be removed - which means more surgery & more risk. 2. Dental implants have the HIGHEST failure rate of any medical procedure. And the profit is the major reason so many dentists do the hard sell on implants.

[@andreah6379]

On that note, a Endontist my dentist referred me to says an implant for #3 tooth= $10,000. Who has this kind of money??? I'm 68yo on Social Security.

[@angelaschaefer5883]

Please get the tooth pulled then. That is what I did unfortunately the infection spread. By then.

[@robertwilliams3886]

​@@angelaschaefer5883What did you take for the infection?

[@314murdacapitall]

@@andreah6379dam that’s a car

[@rsv3857]

I don’t see what the advantages of bridge since your going to chisel down the healthy adjacent teeth which then can be in danger of future problems😮

[@protectorofthetruth8472]

Get an implant. Don't destroy good teeth for a bridge. Trust, me it's not worth it.

[@TheNYgolfer]

I have a removable bridge. WAY cheaper and I love it. I agree that grinding down 2 good teeth in order to bond a bridge to them is a horrible idea

[@mertensiavirginica5033]

What if the adjacent teeth already have fillings?

[@guineveremoonmist1060]

Better aesthetics with a bridge ? that’s surprising to me!

[@johnnyboyvan]

5k for one implant...rip off!!

[@tzza9668]

6k per tooth my ass lol, go to Europe guys.

[@Austin-dm5bp]

Thank you, Dr. Nate, this was an informative video! What's the best way to determine if our insurance covers a bridge or implant procedure? Is that something we should ask our insurance provider directly or is that something our dentist would need to request on our behalf?

[@ThriveDentist]

Your dentist can do that no problem after an exam. You can also ask the insurance company yourself but you won't know the correct codes to ask for so may be a waste of time.

[@fookinl3048]

​@@ThriveDentistDear Doctor may I ask do bridge's last as long as implants

[@Jeremiah3997]

Can you do a video on partials please?

[@ThriveDentist]

Great idea

[@busisiwemputle5296]

Hi Dr. Please talk about the Tori, when you have time. There might be a lot of people like me out there who need information on this; prevention and treatment/management (in my case😊). Thanks in advance.

[@TheManchise517]

Implant or none. Why would i mess with healthy teeths..

[@radudanieliacob2088]

The most anoyng part is the price. Is like this are made from meteorits and aree hard to find. I mean we are living in the era of technology with 3d printers..lol , but aparently this cost a lot. I mean an implant is a fking screw wich cost in my area around 800 euro...for a fkin screw , and the crown made from meteorits another 300-500 euro. We should all be dentists so we can became rich in like 1 year....This industry are making their fortune on the people pain and fustration.

[@Silmarieni1]

What about duration: will both last as long?

[@angelaschaefer5883]

My bridge lasted 14 years. It was my natural teeth that were the problem.

[@dagmarvandoren9364]

In USA dental care is the most stressful service. It feels like buying a used car ..you never can be sure. Of the outcome....so expensive! It was not like this in the 80th....it was lovely compared to today...the front desk persons through 1000000 of dollar amounts at you. Three times their monthly salary , like the price if a donat....they seem to help to collect these inflated prices . Do they get 10%...? Ok. C est la vie. Right now? It is,what it is. I lost RESPECT... .many people suffer...its called. GOOD BUSINESS .....

[@marriemalta3716]

I think it's all around the world. To have a good job done it's very expensive and I come from MALTA 🇲🇹 EUROPE and that is always how I feel, unsure, I understand you perfectly. Greetings from the other side of the world .

[@angelaschaefer5883]

This type of thing is always expensive. I didn't bother to look into to it. Dentures are what I am getting eventually. Look at options that you can afford. Otherwise you will depress yourself looking at things you can't afford.

[@jakel8627]

Man im glad im not american.

[@ryanfrizzell736]

Bridges vs. Implants... interesting

[@kathynguyen6409]

I have been wearing flipper for a 10 years! I rather lose my teeth as i get older...haha

[@HoneyBeeTroncoso]

what is better implant or bridge?

[@YohielSpeaks]

I am not a dental professional; but, having had a bridge now for 20+ years, I consider it irresponsible to discuss bridges without talking about guaranteed subsequent bone loss. Because a bridge does NOT replace the missing root in the gumline, you will inevitably lose bone in that area. Even if your bridge is successful, the option to replace it with an implant once your teeth start to get wiggly will fade over the years as bone structure in the jaw area of the missing tooth gradually and continually disintegrates.

[@pany167]

@YohielSpeaks Have your bridge given you any trouble in last 20 years ??

[@YohielSpeaks]

No,@@pany167, the bridge itself has been fairly easy to maintain. It's the subsequent bone loss, however, that is now coming to rear its ugly head. Where are you gong to put your bridge when your jaw bone disintegrates?

[@matthewduggan1378]

I came to this video because I was bored lol I have decently healthy teeth

[@PeemTsheejDuaNtais98]

thank you for the clear explanation of the differences. i am undecided but you gave me more tips to research more into what works best for me. i will look into more of your videos to help me decide.

[@NDAsDontCoverIllegalActs]

Can't they make an Invisalign-type device where a tooth placeholder is included in the tray rather than affecting adjacent teeth to make a bridge? It wouldn't even need to cover the entire arch.

[@SincerelyJennAmy]

They do, it’s called a “flapper” and they’re great for people who have a missing tooth here and there and don’t mind having to take it out for certain things. They’re also WAYYYYY cheaper!!!

[@syedahmed5539]

Dear Dr., What if two tooth are missing?

[@cesarmadrigal7003]

Temporary bridge will let your teeth get loose and will end it loose them that happen to me be careful get it done once right

[@FocusedAutos]

I went and got an assessment on a loose tooth and after xrays I have substantial amount of bone loss which left my dentist recommending a bridge due to not enough bone to support an implant long term? What are your thought? Thank you for your response

[@mercedesm1336]

You can ask for a bone graft and still request an implant.

[@314murdacapitall]

Rich people I see

[@insertnamehere5146]

no such thing as a poor dentist

[@yvettecoggins6119]

"a little more expensive" for an implant.🙄

[@andreah6379]

🎯 Too many white coats in USA are completely out of touch with life for the regular American. An Endontist my dentist referred me to just told me today that an implant for #3 tooth =$10,000. Wtf, America??!!

[@yvettecoggins6119]

@@andreah6379 woooooow!!!!!

[@redciroc1211]

I'm missing my #8 tooth and bone lost #8 as well can I get a bone graft in my #8 tooth to bring the gum back to normal without the dent look but get a bridge instead of implant? I'm aiming for aesthetics?

[@amymbeauty8765]

Yes you can. They actually just yesterday insisted I do a bone graph and they did it on my teeth right before they set the temporary. Not only is it more aesthetic, but it prevents your bone from dipping and gum loss so the structure of your face stays the same, instead of the sinking look that you can get with things like dentures.

[@redciroc1211]

@@amymbeauty8765 I appreciate that thank you

[@TanyaHernandez-xs7lm]

Very helpful thank you!

[@kdub9918]

*PLEASE* *HELP* I have a few questions how long does it take because I know they have to extract the bad teeth and wait for gums to heal so from the first visit that you got the work done until the last visit that you had the work done how long was it? I need like 10 molars replaced top and bottom I crushed my nose and broke quite a few teeth in a bad car accident and that was 15 years ago I’m 40 today and I’m worried it’s gave me some sort of heart disease although I’m relatively healthy and look fine but looks can be deceiving we all know that I think it could just be my anxiety tbh. Today they gave me 3 options today at the Dental office 1.) is go the implant route it’ll probably take a year to get everything finished and it cost $28k 2.) Do implants on the top and partials on the bottom 17k or 3.) just get the bad teeth extracted and do partials because it’s a lot more in my budget and for that it’s only $5,500 and they could extract the teeth in 3 weeks and have the partials in by Thanksgiving this year (2024) and said I can always upgrade to implants later when my money gets back up again. I don’t have any dental insurance so this would be all out of pocket and they’re recommending Proceed Financial. I just don’t know which to choose I have good credit so I could probably get approved for the implants but that’s another big bill every month I’m 40 recently single and depresssd and I’ve always been the life of the party bachelor living Las Vegas dating beautiful woman but right now I’m depressed and down in the dumps. I wish I knew the right answer here,smh??

[@hannw7]

I just got quoted $6800 for a bridge and $7500 for an implant. How are we supposed to afford this stuff?

[@junar88]

Doc. how long I can wait to get fixed bridge after tooth extraction?

[@nonameanon9368]

Anything better than Zirconia material these days for bridges or implants? Comparative Possible Examples ... A) Emax bridges or implants ( do they exist)? B) A specific different type or kind of Zirconia in 2024? C) A different type of material all together whether it's one or a combined material? Please try your best to answer if possible.

[@johnwick-rc9rg]

I paid $750 per implant at the hospital

[@iffy5bassthunder677]

Number one,implants are unattainable unless you are rich. I went to a dentist 8 months ago with a premolar that kept losing its filling.after a full checkup I was told that my teeth were worn down,and that was why all my teeth were sensitive,and I would keep losing that filling because my bite was messed up. Recommendation was to do two bridges for my two missing teeth,and crowns for the rest. Once the bridges were done,I have had extreme sensitivity in all the anchor teeth that were grinded down to support the bridges. For 4 months I was told it would get better.it has not,and here I am 8 months later,living on painkillers just to be able to function. The original problem with the premolar was just as bad,first they crowned it,which made it worse.then they root canaled it,which failed due to an infection they did not detect until performing the root canal.ended up pulling the tooth anyways. Will be getting dentures soon. Word to the wise,do not get bridges anchored to live teeth. Teeth should be root canaled before you grind them down into little posts to support a bridge. Why dentists do not tell you this is beyond me. Will never trust a dentist again. Money whores.

[@adjuafrican2664]

Sorry for the bad experience. No wonder so many people are scared of going to the dentist!

[@wesleybushell3215]

Go turkey dentakay there the best good price

[@silvertbird1]

That’s terrible, I’m sorry to hear about your experience. I agree, don’t think I’ll go for a fixed bridge. I think I’ll have the damage molar extracted and just live with the space. I hope your pain is finally gone. Yes, I’ve come to the realization that with dentist the vast majority are more concerned with revenue than anything else.

[@wesleybushell3215]

Don't listen to this guy u don't have to be Rich u can also go to detakay in Turkey get 12implant for 7 grand I wish I went there instead I paid 16grand to fix 9 teeth I'm not rich

[@Zafar_Askarov]

​@wesleybushell3215 May be this guy lives in usa where medicine is crazy expensive.

[@dunnkenny]

Whelp guess I'll never have implants

[@angelaschaefer5883]

No you will have dentures. Like me and 40.000.000 other people in this country. Get the tooth pulled at low income dental clinic. That is what I did. Start calling your County Health Department. They may have dental clinics. To pull the tooth and they charge based on income. We all every single person in this country needs access to dentist. Unfortunately I am not in charge.

[@brettlawson9488]

What about front tooth in half?

[@Bee-sh3fm]

I’m don’t with trying to get an implant. My dentist tried 3 x to place my implant and it failed. Now I have an abscess 😢

[@UnKnown.Anonymous]

i’m really into boxing and now i’m making a decision between an implant and a bridge, is either one more safer than the other or should i just quit all together??

[@MsGalagramma]

I'm missing a tooth. Can I do an implant where tooth is supposed to be during the treatment?

[@milianozuniga-deanda4955]

How radical would it be if I REMOVE my other bilateral tooth as well, but this time deliberately to then put another symmetrical tooth to have the "perfect smile" and wouldn't it be significantly cheaper as well than just getting braces and having only one implant?

[@freezhollywood]

Can u get an implant over an impacted tooth?

[@ThriveDentist]

I've heard of that happening but it's risky because of the pain/damage you will do to the impacted tooth.

[@SincerelyJennAmy]

I paid $9000 for a bridge in swfl… and I was a cash patient.

[@saadhameed9001]

well informed

[@mikebejank]

I believe you should have discussed a Nesbit as an option. I couldnt afford implant or bridge. The dentist didnt discuss other options. I called about a month later.

[@brianking9372]

Can you get implant the crown tooth crown NHS can you get the crown teeth clan on the NHS

[@myronachtman4304]

Given the choice between an implant or a bridge, I would always take the implant, even if it was double the cost of a bridge.

[@boobear9488]

Could you suggest the reasons why you’d choose the implant over the bridge?

[@malalayoub1825]

Thank you for your information. I have a question, is it okay to put a bridge get a bridge for three missing teeth. It means 3 missing and two on both sides to hold it. I appreciate your response. Thank you so much🙏

[@BPink-ke7jy]

Thank you so much for this video

[@martinskesteris8664]

Do it in a cheaper country.

[@shubhamdixit6853]

In India, the price of a dental Implant of the best quality as informed by my dentist recently is USD 200 at the time of this comment in 2024. The cost for bridges is somewhere around USD 150 and RCTs as low as USD100 per

[@Tilr701]

Which is better in India?

[@alyricasheliathomas8183]

My concern is what about the crowns on the bridge 🌉 of the two teeth you sacrificed not covering the teeth completely and you keep getting electrical ⚡ 🦷 ⚡ 🦷 ⚡ shocks 🫨 in your two shaved diwn teeth because they have live roots in them. Then obce they become infected or abcessed - wouldn't it be like hell 🔥🥵 trying to get cementee bridge off to treat the nubby teeth tumps underneath with root canals? I imagine you could go through the top of the bridge through the closest surface but I would imagine that could cause a porcelain bridge to crack or have a hairline crack that could lead to further decay down the line. Isn't this a majir concern for bridges. I once had a crown put on a live single tooth 🦷 and went through this befor this is what I asked. My VA dentist is offering me bridge over an implant on the 21st of December so I came to this site to get another opinion. But you are fovusing too.kuchnon cost Mine is free as a vet. Im worried about pain and more damage to teeth that ive already had restorations to that i don't desire to have drilled down to save the government money or because hes not comfortable doing an implant that he says well take a year in the v a system. I'm thinking - "Dude i got a year!" Even though its been 8 months since my extraction i wanna wait 🫸.on the implant to save myself grief i smell coming around the corner with this bridge on 2 live teeth. I used to be a denta tech /l assistant in the Navy. So talk to me Doc. Should i cancel ❌ the 📅 date Thanks 👍 😊

[@john_alex_wood]

You don't mention the resin bridge option where the fake tooth is glued in place? Also, no mention of the degree to which dental bridges can become infected. And also no mention of the risk that implants can introduce infection into the bone, or the chance that they can damage facial nerves when screwed into the jaw bones? There's so much to think about when deciding what to do having lost a tooth!

[@darnelldaughtrey3646]

I agree, this just happened and that resin bridge is right, good thing I still have my tooth that came out, so hopefully he can bond that back and put me back in form

[@neno56527]

6000 is a lot even in denars😂😂

[@mikebejank]

Billing girl told me about the Nesbit. Ive had it for 5 years and its fine.

[@scottt89]

for a front tooth would a maryland bridge be better than a normal bridge? less preperation on healthy teeth?!

[@TheSendakite]

Thanx Doc. Much appreciated. I'll send you an email for a zoom consult.

[@um8440]

With those prices im going to vietnam to get a bridge.

[@lubs-gh6uc]

Dr you forgot the question that every body ask: : why a dentist is expensive in us but is cheap in Mexico?

[@johnshirbini5801]

Because dental industry is overpriced. Go to Turkey and you can do he whole teeth with hotels and transportation with less than 5K with great results

[@lubs-gh6uc]

@@johnshirbini5801good but you did not know why i chose Mexico instead Turkey ? they are neighbor .

[@hesham3ds]

Because the cost of practice is much higher, from inflated educational requirements, to overuse of litigation and higher insurance rates to cover that, over regulation leading to higher cost of running a practice from equipment to staff to office infrastructure. It's all people and legislation driven. Ppl want more regulation and politicians give them what they want without telling the truth of how much that affects the cost on the patients and access to care

[@andreah6379]

​@@hesham3dsGovernment regulation is NOT the reason dental costs are higher in US! BTW: We have regulations to prevent death and suffering from incompetent and unskilled fake "doctors," in other words, regulations are a GOOD THING. Or maybe you think 3rd world dentistry is better???

[@hesham3ds]

@@andreah6379 that's what law makers in the so called 1st world countries convince people with to keep the wheel of unnecessary university education and bank loans going, and the patient pays the price. If you ask ppl from the industry - like myself - you'll get a better insight, rather than government POV

[@nurulhodaaliahammad7297]

Thank you DR for your good information but whoes work life better bridge / implant

[@SuperDrumsforever]

Does a person need a bone graft after an extraction if they are going to receive a bridge?

[@angelaschaefer5883]

In my case it didn't but I am not dentist.

[@mario_survivor]

Will your Real Teeth ROT underneath the Bridge?

[@ericriley2163]

Overtime yes that's why implant is better long term

[@marriemalta3716]

Mine did ,but after some good years maybe 20.

[@pany167]

​@@marriemalta3716so what did you do next ?? Did you go for implant after 20 years ??

[@diannshoemaker6419]

There are no teeth UNDER a bridge. It sits flush with the gum. The 2 end teeth you clean just like a capped tooth. Which is what it is. But you MUST floss, both end teeth as well as UNDER the bridge...which you should be doing to all your other teeth, daily, ANYWAY. A nice mouth wash helps.

[@vanessamacias6712]

I know what it is Bridge permanent but my cuestione is if I have Osteoporosis and I am 74 year is ok

[@ThriveDentist]

Should be fine.

[@vanessamacias6712]

⁠@@ThriveDentistThank very Much Dr. Nathan I Really appreciate the Answer to my Cuestión May God Bless You Always. Success Have a wonderful time🙏❤️🙏🍀

[@dksharron]

Thank you

[@Nikolaceae]

6000$ one tooth omg in Europa 1000e

[@ceciliohector8490]

Great inf thanks Dr

[@Theperfectstorm00]

Needed this

[@gaylecheung3087]

Implant bridge

[@lukasp6917]

Was just told I need to replace one of my molars. Live in Richmond, VA. 7,2000 total. After Insurance I still got pay 3,200. I wish I could go to Europe to get it done.

[@dagmarvandoren9364]

Keep on dreaming.

[@marcelolopez3486]

Go to Mexico

[@silvertbird1]

When one considers the cost of medical and especially dental in the United States one might suppose we had lost a war. I’m disgusted at what it’s going to cost to deal with one missing molar. Two dentists have given bids, even with insurance it’s many thousands of dollars, and to discourage the bridge the pricing is not much less than the implant. I may take the 18th century approach and do nothing.

[@dagmarvandoren9364]

It is discusting. And shameless. It is greed...and the drones on the front desk. Fearing job loss. You are fired. A la USA, they help a d promote this kind of business.....discusting...i Renner the dental offices. Differently. Years. Years. AGO

[@angelaschaefer5883]

I did for several years. So don't feel bad I completely understand.

[@SeminarChauffeur]

Have you ever heard of a patient that required a combination of both; a bridge that is supported at one or both ends by implants? Just curious if such a treatment actually exists?

[@ericriley2163]

Yes that does exist

[@ariesmars29]

This is what my oral surgeon is suggesting for my issue.

[@ariesmars29]

@@ericriley2163 How well does this combination work? How long does it/can it last? What's the cost?

[@valos5563]

NEVER DO A BRIDGE, go for implants if you don’t have money just stay the way you are

[@Taz4u12k4]

Why i have had a dental bridge for 5 years no problem and i can still get an implant, mine is using a single wing so no shaving down i have heard implants failing and causing problem so for some people its not a bad thing

[@chalkdust2877]

Terrible advice - implants are painful and extremely expensive.

[@valos5563]

@@chalkdust2877 I have 4 missing teeth and have put 4 implants for each one of them , i did not have any pain during or after the operation. Implants feel like your own teeth and they are a lifetime solution. With a bridge ,over time you are going to lose jaw bone and there will be a noticable space between the bridge and gum, the worst is you need to destroy good teeth to install bridges which you have to replace in 10 years Maximum!

[@xxgtafre4kxx936]

I wish I got a bridge with the wings and not one that went over teeth. Pretty sure my dentist screwed me and I went from missing 1 tooth (3 tooth bridge) to missing 3 teeth and having (6 tooth bridge) from K9 to K9 all in 2 years. That’s with brushing twice a day and water flossing. Now both my k9s don’t even look like teeth under.

[@xxgtafre4kxx936]

Or wish I got my 1 implant like I wanted to bad I was 12 and couldn’t decide for myself

[@shobhanapatel4113]

What about the front Tooths?

[@TheJacyn313]

Decided to check to see if my dentist was trying to rob me because they quoted $3,750 for an implant OR a bridge. I already know I want an implant because I'm not trying to pay $4k every 10 years but damn dentists must be balling because holy shit this stuff is expensive. My single crown cost me $1,600

[@andreah6379]

You have it better than me. I am 68yo, no dental insurance--Medicare doesn't cover teeth and Medicare DisAdvantage plans say they will cover dental until you need it. Then you find out there's all kinds of holes in coverage and few doctors accepting MA's limited insurance. Out of pocket for an implant is $10,000 for #3 tooth, a bridge is about $5K. Dental care is highway robbery in USA.

[@bettyboop1524]

What about a monodant bridge vs Maryland bridge for #30. I do not want an implant. Which grinds down the teeth on either side less? Thank you

[@waggla05]

Can you put too much pressure on the gauge to cost the implant to come out? The reason I’m asking is because when they were removing the healing cap the implant came out. Now I have to go through the whole process all over again. Any feedback or suggestions for me? Please

[@ThriveDentist]

Sounds like the implant did not integrate into your jaw well. It's very tough to put too much pressure on it.

[@waggla05]

@@ThriveDentist thank you..

[@plasticbudgie]

I was in an abusive relationship when i was 22 and had a tooth knocked out at the front, between canine and front tooth. My dentist who retired who gave me a 1 tooth denture said not worth to get a bridge as it destroys a good tooth. 13 years later i go to the dentist, rhe dentist convinces me to get a bridge and i explain my worries that my old dentist said, he says " only a tiny amount of enamal, he convinces me i agree. After the intital part i left feeling upset as half of my canine at the back had gone :( I got back 3 weeks later for the bridge, 2 days in i floss and it comes out. Im devestated what can i do ? I paid money to feel depressed. Please help.

[@ninjabluewings]

Why DESTROY 2 TEETH!! when you can just get an implant? MAKES NO SENSE AT ALL!!!

[@ChelseaChronicles]

The pricing ! Most insurances not covering the whole thing .

[@handsome_man69]

Handsome man