Key planning information for this type of dental bridges in South Africa.
On requestQuoted per case
3 hospitalsList Dental Bridges
3 typesOf dental bridges
Bridge - Porcelain Fused to Gold in South Africa is priced per case; 3 hospitals in South Africa list Dental Bridges. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Anesthesia
In most cases, the work can be performed without anesthesia. However, if patients complain of sensitivity during crown reduction anesthesia can be used to complete the procedure.
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Recovery
In general, patients undergoing the dental bridges procedure experience sensitivity following preparation work. In the case of the patient with implant supported prosthesis construction, the recovery period is dependent on the healing of implants with osseous integration which may last for up to six months.
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Risks
- Teeth sensitivity - Latrogenic pulp exposure which may cause pain and the need for root canal treatment - Injury to gingival or gum tissue - Occlusal discrepancies which may lead to TMJ problems - Inability to bite - Breaking of bridges - Accidental bridge removal
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After care
It is important to take good care of the bridges in order to increase their longevity and maintain proper health of the gingival tissue and the natural teeth. In addition to regular cleaning, flossing and rinsing, regular dental checkups are necessary.
For dental bridges in general
Hospitals in South Africa offering Dental Bridges
These hospitals list Dental Bridges in South Africa; ask any of them to quote Bridge - Porcelain Fused to Gold for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
Life Healthcare is a leading private hospital operator in South Africa and primarily serves the market for privately insured individuals, representing approximately eight million people. The group provides mainly acute care, high technology private hospital services.
The extensive hospital network includes 64 hospitals (of which 57 are majority owned by Life Healthcare and another seven in which the group holds substantial minority ownership), providing a range of healthcare services throughout South Africa.