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Infection

I have chronic teeth infection. I have it in my top teeth. The one in the middle and the small one beside that. The infection is in the bone of the teeth. I have been given the option to have the teeth removed and given a bridge. thet is not permanent. Is there any other option that I could persue?
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I had the same thing.  The infection in one tooth finally caused me to loose the front four top teeth from bone loss.  I had four implants placed when the teeth were removed and my final crowns placed about 9 months after.

I couldn't be more pleased!

If you can go the implant route, try it!. It's expensive, but my teeth look natural, feel natural and are MINE.  No worry about a bridge wrecking good teeth either.

They do require maintenance, with periodic cleanings, but it's SO worth it.

Give it a thought if the costs aren't to great.

Hope this helps some.  Best to you,
Gellia
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If the infection is dental origin and tooth is restorable, extraction may not be indicated.Seeing an endodontist is advised.
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