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[|Human|] hi, i had a bridge (permanent cap) for three missing teeth for 12 yrs and recently popped off. No pain involve. My dentist told me i needed a new porcelain bridge and before that can be done he needs to build-up on one tooth structure because it broke and he said my gum had receeded-the reason the bridge popped off (nothing to hold onto). Is getting a new porcelain permanent bridge the only option. He has not mentioned any option. Thanks
[|AI|]  Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. I think whatever your dentist has suggested is right. When an old bridge pops off, it breaks some tooth structure also with it. Exactly the same as happened in your case. In that case it cannot be cemented back on the previous location. The broken tooth has to be rebuilt so that it can support the crown and bridge placed on it. I would suggest you to take an x-ray and check for bone support around these teeth, if there is adequate bone support and your medical conditions are favorable, then you can go for implants also. Treatment with implants is little costlier than bridge. You will have to check with your oral surgeon regarding its placement, duration and durability. Hope it helps. Thanks