How to cover black metal showing at top of bad bridgework?
I had a dreadful bridge put in and only months later the black top of the teeth on the bridge are showing, how can I cover it up?
The dentist who did it is now out of business - no surprise & I can't afford to do it all again.
There are three options. I'll list them from most risky (but nicest finish) solution to lest expensive.
1. Remove the bridge (yes, even permanently cemented bridges can often be removed. They remove it by one of two methods. The first is by using a tool called a crown and bridge remover. They hook an attachment under the edge of the bridge and tap it to try to break the cement. The other method is to drill a small hole in the top of the bridge and use a different type of crown remover which goes into the hole and lifts the bridge upward from the inside, again breaking the cement. These methods are not always successfully, and occasionally cause the bridge to break.) One the bridge is off, they send it back to the laboratory where more porcelain is added to the area where the "black" metal edge is exposed. Another risk is taken when they place the bridge into the oven - and the porcelain is fired to "cure"it. Occasionally the bridge could shatter due to imperfections in the porcelain. If all of the risky things work for your benefit, you are left with a perfectly repaired bridge that is re-cemented.
Second option, use bonding (white filling) and cover the metal. This can be done, but only with the right layering. Most dentists do not have the right materials to do it. Metal and composite don't bond so they have to put a layer in the middle to make it work. Again, this is risky because it will often break and the white material fall off.
Third, if it is not in the front, then just leave it alone and don't show anyone. The metal is a good thing in the back near the gumline. Gum tissue likes a very thin edge to lay against and form a barrier to keep bacteria away from the roots of the teeth. When a crown of bridge ends with porcelian, it is thick and the gum tissue doesn't like it very much. In the molars and orther back teeth, we like to leave the metal margin to allow the gums to be healthier. It isn't really black, it is polished shiney silver. It only looks black in the mouth because there is not much light. So,percieved problem may not be a problem at all, but something to help you.
Now - if it is in the front of your mouth - we almost always use a porcelian margin for cosmetic purposes. What may have occured is the gum tissue may have resporbed just a little, and might grow back since it was not long ago.
 |
 caseen SKINNY Genuine Leather Stand Case Cover Black for Apple iPad 2 $18.74 Time Remaining: 2d 7h 1m Buy It Now for only: $18.74 Buy It Now |
 SMART Cover Case STAND FLIP PROTECTOR FOR APPLE IPAD3 BLACK The New iPad 3 $11.99 Time Remaining: 40m Buy It Now for only: $13.99 Buy It Now |
 NEW 85 NOOK Tablet Color Designer Cover by Kate Spade Nylon License Plate Black $39.99 Time Remaining: 43m |
 caseen Genuine Leather Book Case Cover Black for Amazon Kindle Touch $12.99 Time Remaining: 3d 12h 53m Buy It Now for only: $12.99 Buy It Now |
 For Amazon Kindle Touch Black Leather Case Cover With LED Light $8.99 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 38m |
 Black New iPad3 Cover PU Leather Case With Stand+Anti Scratch Film and Stylus $21.99 Time Remaining: 29d 1h 15m Buy It Now for only: $21.99 Buy It Now |
 iPad Smart Cover + Back Hard Case for iPad 3 iPad 2 Black Pink Green Red $0.99 Time Remaining: 59m |
 Black Leather Pouch Skin Case Cover+LED Travel Reading Light For Kindle Touch $9.59 Time Remaining: 30m Buy It Now for only: $10.59 Buy It Now |
 HP TouchPad Original Custom Fit Case Authentic HP Cover Black NEW FREESHIPPING $14.99 Time Remaining: 12d 1h 48m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 Buy It Now |
 PU Leather Skin Case Cover Pouch Black For Apple iphone 4S 4G $1.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 37m |
 Genuine Apple iPad Case Cover Black MC361ZM B $19.98 Time Remaining: 27d 6h 29m Buy It Now for only: $19.98 Buy It Now |
 Genuine Apple IPad 2 Smart Cover Black Leather Brand New in Packaging $31.03 (30 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 22m |
 Black iPad Smart Cover + Back Hard Case for iPad 3 iPad3 iPad 2 iPad2 $19.99 Time Remaining: 1h 2m |
 The New iPad 3 360 Rotating Magnetic PU Leather Case Smart Cover+Stylus Black $15.99 Time Remaining: 14d 30m Buy It Now for only: $15.99 Buy It Now |
 Genuine Apple IPad 2 Smart Cover Black Leather Brand New in Packaging $20.51 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 34m |
 Deluxe Black Aluminum Chrome Hard Case Cover F iPhone ATT Verizon Sprint 4S 4G $7.90 Time Remaining: 26d 22h 3m Buy It Now for only: $7.90 Buy It Now |
 Targus Protective Tablet Case Cover Rotating Stand Black Blue THZ045US $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 13m |
 PREMIUM BLACK PU LEATHER CASE COVER FOR AMAZON KINDLE 4 WIFI WITH BUILT IN LIGHT $14.15 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 2m |
 Magnetic Stand Leather Smart Cover Hard Case for iPad 2 New iPad3 Black P171 $16.42 Time Remaining: 26d 22h 19m Buy It Now for only: $16.42 Buy It Now |
 New Black PU Leather Case Cover for Barnes Noble Nook Color $12.99 Time Remaining: 40m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 Buy It Now |
 FOR APPLE iPAD 3 CASE SMART COVER BLACK A FOLIO STYLE $9.99 Time Remaining: 2d 8h 17m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 Buy It Now |
 100 Fit Black The New iPad 3 3rd Smart Cover PU Leather Case Sleep Stand 4G $9.99 Time Remaining: 1h 3m |
 New Black 360 Rotary Leather Case Cover For Samsung Galaxy Tab 101 P7510 P7500 $0.99 Time Remaining: 1h 8m |
 New Slim Leather Case Cover Stand For Acer Iconia Tab A500 A501 Black $8.50 Time Remaining: 3d 22h 40m Buy It Now for only: $8.50 Buy It Now |
 For New iPad 3 rd 3rd Gen Black Premium Leather Skin Case Cover Pouch w Stand $12.99 Time Remaining: 51m Buy It Now for only: $14.29 Buy It Now |
 Black 360Rotating Leather Cover Stand Case+Stylus+Screen Protector for iPad 2 3 $13.29 Time Remaining: 22d 13h 17m Buy It Now for only: $13.29 Buy It Now |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 3rd Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 New iPad 3 360 Rotate Leather Case Smart Cover Stand Apple iPad 3rd BLACK $9.99 Time Remaining: 29d 10h 26m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 Buy It Now |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 100 Genuine Apple iPad 2 Leather Smart Cover Black MC947LL A $34.95 Time Remaining: 17d 2h 44m Buy It Now for only: $34.95 Buy It Now |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 Black For iPad 3 iPad 2 3rd 360 Rotating Magnetic Leather Case Smart Cover Stand $11.99 Time Remaining: 17d 18h 13m Buy It Now for only: $11.99 Buy It Now |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.60 Time Remaining: 53m |
 The New iPad 3 360 Rotating Leather Case Smart Cover With Swivel Stand Black $13.99 Time Remaining: 10d 6h 9m Buy It Now for only: $13.99 Buy It Now |
 360 Rotating the NEW iPad 3 Black SMART Leather Cover Case + Protector + Stylus $21.99 Time Remaining: 53m |
 The New iPad 3rd Gen Smart Cover Slim PU Leather Case Wake Sleep Stand Black $15.99 Time Remaining: 53m Buy It Now for only: $17.99 Buy It Now |
 Black Leather Case Cover With Built in LED Light for Kindle 4 NON Touch $19.99 Time Remaining: 25d 10h 24m Buy It Now for only: $19.99 Buy It Now |
 The New iPad 3rd Gen Smart Cover Slim PU Leather Case Wake Sleep Stand Black $15.99 Time Remaining: 53m Buy It Now for only: $17.99 Buy It Now |
 Jisoncase Black Ultra Slim Smart PU Leather Case Cover For Apple New iPad 3rd $39.99 Time Remaining: 22d 16h 32m Buy It Now for only: $39.99 Buy It Now |
 For New iPad 3rd Gen Black 360 Rotating Magnetic Leather Case Cover Stand $13.49 Time Remaining: 1h 10m Buy It Now for only: $14.89 Buy It Now |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 13 ACCESSORY BLACK LEATHER HARD STAND CASE COVER+SCREEN PROTECTOR FOR NEW IPAD 3 $14.99 Time Remaining: 26d 14h 8m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 Buy It Now |
 The new iPad 3 slim smart cover with back case sleep wake function Black $13.99 Time Remaining: 1h 12m |
 NEW ORIGINAL HP 97 Touchpad Slipcase Cover Sleeve Case Black FB493AAAC3 HP $4.99 Time Remaining: 18d 11h 23m Buy It Now for only: $4.99 Buy It Now |
 New Aluminum Metal Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case Cover for Apple iPad 2 Black $24.99 Time Remaining: 46m |
 iPad Smart Cover + Back Hard Case for iPad 3 iPad 2 Black Pink Green Red $0.99 Time Remaining: 1h 28m |
 For iPad 2 360 Black Rotating Magnetic Leather Case Hard Cover Swivel Stand $10.29 Time Remaining: 17d 3h 22m Buy It Now for only: $10.29 Buy It Now |
 New iPad 2 Magnetic Smart Full Body Cover Leather Case Ultra Slim Stand Black $9.99 Time Remaining: 1h |
 Hard EVA Cover Case Black for ZTE Optik Tablet V55 $10.99 Time Remaining: 20d 4h 33m Buy It Now for only: $10.99 Buy It Now |
 Black 7 Inch Sleeve Case Bag Pouch Cover for Tablet Laptop Neoprene Netbook 7 $7.15 Time Remaining: 1h 17m Buy It Now for only: $7.87 Buy It Now |
 Black Yellow Leopard Leather Case Cover For New iPad 3rd Generation $12.99 Time Remaining: 1h 2m Buy It Now for only: $14.29 Buy It Now |
 Leather Triple Case Cover w pouches ASUS Transformer TF300 TF300T Black $24.99 Time Remaining: 27d 2h 43m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 Buy It Now |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 New Amazon Kindle Fire PU Leather Folio 360 Case Cover With Stand Black $5.99 Time Remaining: 16d 1h 24m Buy It Now for only: $5.99 Buy It Now |
 Apple iPAD 2 360 Degree Rotating Leather Case Cover SMART On Off Black $19.99 Time Remaining: 1h |
 Apple iPAD 2 360 Degree Rotating Leather Case Cover SMART On Off Black $19.99 Time Remaining: 1h |
 Silicone Skin Case Cover Black and Micro USB Cable Sony Tablet S $13.99 Time Remaining: 14d 7h 2m Buy It Now for only: $13.99 Buy It Now |
 Apple iPAD 2 360 Degree Rotating Leather Case Cover SMART On Off Black $19.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $23.99 Buy It Now |
 Genuine Apple iPad Case Cover Black MC361ZM B Used but in Good Condition $14.88 Time Remaining: 4h 28m Buy It Now for only: $14.88 Buy It Now |
 Apple iPAD 2 360 Degree Rotating Leather Case Cover SMART On Off Black $19.99 Time Remaining: 1h |
 Black 360 Rotating Stand Crocodile Leather Magnetic Case Cover For iPad 2 $11.69 Time Remaining: 1h 23m Buy It Now for only: $12.87 Buy It Now |
 Black iPad 2 Magnetic Leather Smart Cover + Back Case $12.95 Time Remaining: 14d 13h 4m Buy It Now for only: $12.95 Buy It Now |
 X Doria Black CampFire Stand Cover Case For Apple The New iPad 3 2 Cushion Smart $49.99 Time Remaining: 44m Buy It Now for only: $59.99 Buy It Now |
 KEYDEX for NEW iPad 3rd Generation Back Hard Case Ventilation buckle Cover BLACK $14.99 Time Remaining: 24d 5h 1m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 Buy It Now |
 For Dell Streak 10 Tablet Black Leather Rotating Case Skin Cover $3.75 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 30m |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 Genuine Official Amazon Leather Cover for Kindle 4 Black Authentic Case $18.99 Time Remaining: 24d 2h 45m Buy It Now for only: $18.99 Buy It Now |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 NIB HP 97 TouchPad Slipcase Cover Black FB493AAAC3 $5.95 Time Remaining: 29d 14h 19m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 Buy It Now |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 ipad2 ipad 2 2nd 2G BACK FRONT smart cover leather case Black + 1 Protector $29.99 Time Remaining: 1h Buy It Now for only: $34.99 Buy It Now |
 OtterBox Defender Series Case Shield Cover for Apple iPad 1 Black BRAND NEW $17.75 Time Remaining: 23d 2h 19m Buy It Now for only: $17.75 Buy It Now |
 For Kindle Fire 360 Degree Rotating Folio Leather Case Cover Pouch Stand Black $8.99 Time Remaining: 50m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 Buy It Now |
 Black PU Rotating Leather Case Smart Stand Case Cover for The New iPad 3 3rd Gen $6.95 Time Remaining: 20d 10h 51m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 Buy It Now |
 The New iPad 3rd Smart Cover Slim PU Leather Case Wake Sleep Stand Black $11.01 (14 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 23m |
 For iPad 2 Gen Leather Case With Stand Black Cover $8.19 Time Remaining: 43m Buy It Now for only: $9.19 Buy It Now |
 New Black Leather Cover Case Flip Book Folio for Apple iPad 1 First Generation $11.95 Time Remaining: 14d 6h 21m Buy It Now for only: $11.95 Buy It Now |
 Fashion Leather Case Cover Skin Pouch for Amazon Kindle 4 4G 4th Gen Black $0.98 Time Remaining: 35m |
 Black 360 Degree Swivel Stand Leather Case Cover For New iPad 3rd Generation $12.69 Time Remaining: 26d 7h 26m Buy It Now for only: $12.69 Buy It Now |
 Black Leather Cover Case+Car Charger For iPad 1 64G 32G $7.94 Time Remaining: 1h 34m Buy It Now for only: $8.74 Buy It Now |
 For New iPad 3 3rd Gen Yellow Black Leopard Leather Case Cover Pouch Stand $12.99 Time Remaining: 1h 14m Buy It Now for only: $14.29 Buy It Now |
 For latest Amazon Kindle 4 4th Generation PU Leather Pouch Case Cover Black $7.95 Time Remaining: 6d 5h 29m Buy It Now for only: $7.95 Buy It Now |
 Black Leather Case Cover+Stereo Headset Headphone For Amazon Kindle 4 4th Gen $10.29 Time Remaining: 51m Buy It Now for only: $11.33 Buy It Now |
 Gumdrop Drop Tech Series Case Cover Apple New iPad 3rd Gen iPad 2 RED BLACK $49.99 Time Remaining: 1d 15h 52m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 Buy It Now |
 BLACK PU LEATHER CASE COVER FOR AMAZON KINDLE 4 WiFi WITH SLIM READING LIGHT $12.63 Time Remaining: 1h 16m |
 For New iPad 3rd 3 rd Black Leather Hard Cover Case with Stand+Screen Protector $13.19 Time Remaining: 1h 6m Buy It Now for only: $14.59 Buy It Now |
 Black Leather Skin Case Cover+2x Screen Protector For Samsung Galaxy Tab 70 $9.99 Time Remaining: 26d 1h 1m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 Buy It Now |
 Genuine Apple IPad 2 Smart Cover Black Leather Brand New in Packaging $20.51 (13 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 34m |
 Majestic Swim Women's Wrap, Tobacco/Black Zebra, One Size Sale Price: $58.00  Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionWrap  |
 mCover® Black Leather Folio Cover Cover Case for Amazon Kindle 3 (Fits 6" Display, built-in inner pocket) List Price: Sale Price: $12.99 You save: $27.00 (68%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionCustom designed to fit the latest 3rd generation Kindle (6" Display, WIFI & 3G model) perfectly. |
 Marware Eco-Vue Kindle Leather Folio, Black (Fits 6" Display, Latest Generation Kindle) Sale Price: $34.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe verdict is in: The Eco-Vue is the perfect smart accessory for the stylish, eco-conscious Kindle reader–case closed. Marware didn’t just create a folio leather case–we created a folio style responsible leather case with tons of added functionality... |
 KitchenAid Stand Mixer Cover, Onyx Black List Price: Sale Price: $19.96 You save: $10.03 (33%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis cloth cover was designed to protect KitchenAid tilt-head and bowl-lift stand mixers from getting bumped and scratched when not in use. Made of heavyweight 100-percent cotton, the cover is quilted for extra padding and has piping around its edges... |
 Boorum & Pease 21 Series Columnar Book, Record, 300 Page, Black/Red (21-300-R) List Price: Sale Price: $41.92 You save: $42.57 (50%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description21 Series Columnar Book. Black cover with durable red spine and corners. Premium white acid free paper. Waterproof and permanent inks. Numbered pages. Table of contents and place marking ribbon. Record... |
 Univerisal Full Set Car Seat Covers Solid Black 114 List Price: Sale Price: $25.99 You save: $44.00 (63%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis Seatcover features innovative fabrics and design for both fashion and fit. This seatcover updates the appearance of old or dirty seats and protects against splits, stains, fading, dirt, and pet hairs... |
 Snugg iPad 2 Leather Case Cover and Flip Stand for the Apple iPad 2 (Black) List Price: Sale Price: $29.99 You save: $20.00 (40%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe extremely popular Snugg iPad 2 Case is here! A black PU leather premium case which folds in all the right places. Stands up perfectly for FaceTime or watching movies and there is a cut out for the rear camera so that you can use the camera without removing the iPad 2 from the case... |
 Moleskine Weekly Notebook 18 Month Hard Black Cover Pocket (Moleskine 18 Month Diaries) Sale Price: $243.48 See Reviews For This Product DescriptionCalifornia residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning. |
 Premium Rubberized Crystal Snap-on Case Cover for Samsung Fascinate - Black List Price: Sale Price: $2.23 You save: $17.76 (89%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis casei skin will protect your wireless device from scratches and scuffs, keep your wireless device looking like new. This case is made with plasic, printed with graphics, protects your wireless device and gives it a nice soft comfortable surface... |
 Weber 7553 Premium Cover for Weber Genesis Gas Grills List Price: Sale Price: $38.50 You save: $16.49 (30%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionHeavy-duty vinyl cover protects Genesis E and S series gas grills. |
