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What is the biggest difference between the Riegel telescope treatment method and a bridge? (50 year old living in Hawaii)
Q. I am 50 years old and live in Hawaii.
I had a problem with my middle molar in the bottom left of my mouth and went to an American dentist. He took it out right away and suggested that I get an implant.
+ The furthest molar back in the same area received nerve treatment and has a crown. The molar next to that currently has a crown. My situation is that my front molar doesn't have a root and is only supported by the root of the molar behind it. On top of that I have a cavity there.
+ The 3rd and 4th teeth after those are healthy.
Under the circumstances described above, if I don't hurry up and have my middle molar taken out, the cavity will get worse. I was told that I should get an implant as soon as possible. I was also told by another dentist that my lower jaw was small and that my bone was thin. I don't want to get implants. No matter what I hear, I just can't reconcile having implants put in. So I have a question.
*If I request the treatment you call Riegel telescope, how long would I have to stay in Japan? And what can I expect the cost to come to?
*What is the major difference between the Riegel telescope treatment method and just having a bridge made? How much filing will my teeth need?
*I am 50 years old. Considering the future should I go with Riegel telescope or a bridge?
*What about the tooth extraction period? Considering that I will not have a false tooth made after extraction, how many days or months before I travel to Japan for treatment should I schedule the extraction for?
I am limited to how long I can stay in Japan so I would really like to make all the preparations in advance. Sorry for my confusing questions as I am new to these things, but I could really use your advice. I have been worrying over this so much recently that I haven't been able to sleep. I look forward to your response.
A. Thank you for your questions. I would like to answer them one by one.
* If I request the treatment you call Riegel telescope, how long would I have to stay in Japan? And what can I expect the cost to come to?
If you decide to go with Riegel telescope treatment, we would need to ask you for 3 months of your time (This actually varies per patient). Each step of the way, the confirmation process and the manufacturing process, etc., takes time, so it is not a procedure that can be done quickly. As far as costs go, I haven't yet seen the actual condition of your teeth, but Riegel telescope typical costs around the same price as implants and sometimes it can be more expensive.
*What is the major difference between the Riegel telescope treatment method and a bridge? How much filing will my teeth need?
The difference lies in removability. Riegel telescope dentures can be removed, which makes them cleaner and more hygienic. When you use them they feel similar to a bridge that is set in place with a locking mechanism. The amount of filing necessary for Riegel telescope and a bridge is virtually the same. It typically comes out to be 1.5 millimeters and of course it is done under the premise that the nerves are to be left intact.
*Can you make dentures for just one tooth?
Treating one missing tooth with dentures will actually end up hurting your teeth. An adhesive bridge is held in place only with adhesive so it is bound to come off at some point. And false teeth held in with clasps (a wire support method) may actually cause more damage to your teeth than a bridge does. This is because every time the dentures move they wiggle the supporting teeth.
*I am 50 years old. Considering the future should I go with Riegel telescope or a bridge?
If you are thinking about the future then consider that with Riegel telescope you can easily have your dentures adjusted even if you lose your furthest back tooth. However in your case I think that a bridge is also a good treatment method. It may also be a good idea to go with a bridge for now and when you lose your back molar come in for Riegel telescope dentures.
* What about the tooth extraction period? Considering that I will not have a false tooth made after extraction, how many days or months before I travel to Japan for treatment should I schedule the extraction for?" So said that your doctor in America told you that before you get implants you must leave the tooth be for around 6 months after extraction without using a false tooth in order to let your bone heal.
When getting implants it is true in this case that you cannot use a false tooth. But if you choose Riegel telescope or a bridge, we will need to make use of teeth on both sides of your jaw, and we can make you false teeth. If extraction seems necessary we can make the necessary preparations beforehand.
First you must decide whether you will choose a bridge, Riegel telescope, or implants. After you have decided which method to use each treatment method proceeds in a different way and the order in which we put in false teeth differs case by case.
As for extraction, it is best to get it done as early as you can. Bone absorption will stabilize so it really is just a matter of what method you choose to go with. I know it can be an uneasy experience. You may not be able to make this decision yourself and if that is the case please contact us with your questions.
トップへ » What is the biggest difference between the Riegel telescope treatment method and a bridge? (50 year old living in Hawaii)
