Dental Bridges
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A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth. Replacing missing teeth can improve chewing, speech, appearance, and the overall function of your bite.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A fixed dental bridge fills the space left by a missing tooth with an artificial replacement tooth, called a pontic. The bridge is supported by neighboring teeth or, in some cases, dental implants.
Traditional fixed bridges commonly use dental crowns placed on the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth to provide support.
Why Replace Missing Teeth?
Leaving a space in your smile can allow neighboring teeth to shift, affect your bite, and make chewing more difficult. Replacing missing teeth can help restore balance and function while improving the appearance of your smile.
How Is a Dental Bridge Placed?
Traditional bridge treatment generally requires multiple appointments.
During the first visit, the supporting teeth are prepared and an impression or digital scan is taken. A temporary restoration may be placed while the final bridge is fabricated.
At the final appointment, your dentist will evaluate the fit, bite, and appearance before securing the bridge in place.
Caring for a Dental Bridge Daily brushing and careful cleaning around and underneath the bridge are essential. Our team can show you the best tools and techniques for keeping the supporting teeth and gums healthy.
Ask our team whether a dental bridge is right for you.