If a cavity is sizable,
the tooth needs to be strengthened in addition to being filled.
This strengthening is achieved by crowning the tooth: the crown
covers and protects it.
Bridges are another prosthetic, or replacement, device.
When a tooth is lost, the level of pressure on the surrounding
teeth changes. With nothing pressing against it, the opposing
tooth can even emerge from its socket. Your bite then changes
and chewing is affected. A bridge prevents these spacing problems.
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| When teeth
are beyond saving — for example, when advanced periodontal
disease means that insufficient bone remains as grounding
— a Denture may be a good option. Removing
infected teeth and getting an immediate denture will improve
the health of your mouth and your sense of well-being.
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