Dental temporaries are on everyone's lips - or at least in many. Because this is the temporary dentures that you need to bridge when there are gaps in your teeth.

However, temporary restoration is not the same as temporary restoration: the size and position of the gap in the teeth as well as the fixed prosthesis selected for later decide which intermediate solution will be used for how long.

Perhaps the question arises whether provisional dentures must be at all - after all, the final dentures already raises immense costs. But what is the cost of each transitional solution? Let's take a closer look at different temporaries and their meaning and costs in the following text.

The right temporary for every problem

One of your teeth must be crowned solution? In the course of treatment, you will need a temporary restoration that covers the prepared tooth. The temporary crown is usually plastic made by your dentist himself after he has grounded down the tooth in question and then inserted directly. Then a dental technician creates your final crown in the lab.

With a provisional clamp prosthesis, on the other hand, your dentist will close small or larger gaps if, for example, there are root-canal treatments, bridges or implants. This removable short-term denture is also known as an interim prosthesis.

In order for a temporary clamp prosthesis to be made in the lab, your dentist makes an impression of your dentition, if possible, even before you pull your teeth. A simple staple prosthesis usually consists of wire and solid plastic. But there are also variants made of flexible plastic. It is also possible to have a higher quality model cast prosthesis made.

With an adhesive bridge, which is also called "Maryland Bridge", smaller tooth gaps can be closed. This temporary is worn by special glue from the adjacent teeth and usually consists of metal or ceramic.

In the meantime, if you have an implant restoration, you can close your gaps in your teeth with short-term implants. These temporary restorations, also known as interim implants, are usually smaller and rougher than the later replacement teeth.

Good reasons for a temporary restoration

A temporary denture hides your gaps and allows you to go on with a smile through everyday life. In addition to the aesthetic purpose, however, many practical and medical reasons speak for a temporary restoration. For example, a temporary crown envelops the nerves of the delicate stump of the tooth, protecting it from cold, acidic food and drink, and harmful chemicals. In addition, provisional dentures will help you to avoid medical problems such as malocclusion or tooth migration as well as to be able to continue to eat solid foods.

Does your temporary denture not hold or is it broken? Then you should not hesitate to contact your dentist as soon as possible for repair or replacement.

How long should you wear a temporary restoration

A temporary crown replacement is considered a short-term provisional. Accordingly, the dental top made of inexpensive plastic should only be left in your mouth for a few weeks, until the final crown is used.

Even simple provisional clip prostheses are only designed for a short wearing period of a few weeks. This is due to their design and the material used. If you wear temporary clip prostheses too long, you risk damaging your teeth. By contrast, higher quality cast metal prostheses are usually designed for a longer service life.

A long-term temporary is also an adhesive bridge. The metal wings of this comparatively lightweight temporary restoration are attached to the prepared retaining teeth with special adhesive and can adhere for up to ten years.

Temporary implants are however to be worn until they are replaced by the final implant. It can take several months, depending on the individual healing process, until it comes to that.

What temporary dentures cost

The costs of dental temporaries depend on various factors such as the materials used and the production costs. In addition, the prices you ultimately have to pay depend on whether you are a member of a statutory health insurance or privately insured. It is also possible that you have to pay less due to specific pre-existing conditions or specific income relationships - so always get detailed information and advice on your specific case in advance of treatment.

For example, temporary crowns cost around 100 euros. They are usually subsidized by the statutory health insurance, if promptly a supply of definitive crowns takes place.

Prices for simple provisional clip prostheses range from 150 to 300 euros. Cast metal dentures cost just over twice as much. Both versions are usually subsidized by the statutory health insurance.

In most cases, the "Maryland Bridge" is more expensive. This can cost up to 1500 euros - the actual price depends, among other things, on the quality of the materials used and the number of attached wings. Children and adolescents who are provided with these special provisional bridges can, under certain conditions, pay higher contributions from the statutory health insurance than older adults.

Temporary implants cost up to 250 euros per single tooth in comparison to the total amount of implants inserted later. If and to what extent your health insurance company participates in the costs for provisional implants, you should clarify in advance.

Usually, a complete treatment and cost plan should be submitted to your health insurance company before the start of treatment. Do not forget to include your bonus booklet to get the maximum grant.

Conclusion: It's not worth the effort to close the gap!

As you can see: With the help of temporary dentures, your dentist can quickly and easily close any gaps in your dentition. The temporary gap fillers are relatively inexpensive, they preserve an aesthetic smile and also offer other practical and health-promoting benefits.

However, a temporary restoration is first and foremost what its name implies - for now. Therefore, you should have short-term temporaries exchanged as soon as possible with final dentures.