Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Anesthesia
In most cases, the work can be performed without anesthesia. However, if patients complain of sensitivity during crown reduction anesthesia can be used to complete the procedure.
For dental bridges in general
Recovery
In general, patients undergoing the dental bridges procedure experience sensitivity following preparation work. In the case of the patient with implant supported prosthesis construction, the recovery period is dependent on the healing of implants with osseous integration which may last for up to six months.
For dental bridges in general
Risks
- Teeth sensitivity - Latrogenic pulp exposure which may cause pain and the need for root canal treatment - Injury to gingival or gum tissue - Occlusal discrepancies which may lead to TMJ problems - Inability to bite - Breaking of bridges - Accidental bridge removal
For dental bridges in general
After care
It is important to take good care of the bridges in order to increase their longevity and maintain proper health of the gingival tissue and the natural teeth. In addition to regular cleaning, flossing and rinsing, regular dental checkups are necessary.
For dental bridges in general
Hospitals in Malta offering Dental Bridges
This hospital lists Dental Bridges in Malta; ask it to quote Bridge - Full Porcelain for your case.
A dental clinic led by Dr. Joseph Xuereb, a dental surgeon and Fellow in General Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.
DoctorsJXDr. Joseph Xuereb
PricesBridges $290 – $600Bridge - Full Porcelain $425 – $600Bridge - Porcelain Fused to Gold $500Bridge - Porcelain Fused to Metal $290
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