Dental implants or a bridge?

Anyone have experience with either one? I'm a dentophobe, but will need to get work done a.s.a.p.Any advice is appreciated.

 

I got a bridge less expensive than the implants and no problems

 

I too have a bridge (I think it is called a Maryland Bridge (sp?)) and have had no problems. I however, was not a perfect candidate for an implant. I had several oral surgeries and they did not think that my gum would accept an implant. Something you may want to discuss with your dentist. I am not a fan of the dentist either, but I do really like Dr. Rubino - he has been my dentist for almost 25 years.

 

I should add that I use to have a Maryland Bridge (had it for almost 20 years) but now have what I think is called a traditional bridge (the 2 adjacent teeth are crowned) and have had the current bridge for almost 6 years. I never had a problem with either one. The only reason the Maryland Bridge was replaced was because the tooth adjacent to the missing tooth needed a root canal. Anyhow, hope this information helps you to make your decision.