Dental Bridges

Every tooth in your mouth plays a vital role in speaking, chewing, and maintaining the proper alignment of your bite. While tooth loss can occur for a variety of reasons, it’s important to replace missing teeth promptly to preserve oral function and prevent further complications. Dental bridges offer a reliable and natural-looking solution for restoring your smile and improving overall dental health.

What is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a custom-made restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (called pontics) that are securely anchored to the natural teeth on either side of the gap, known as abutment teeth.

Why Might You need a Dental bridge?

Tooth loss can lead to several oral health issues over time. Without a replacement:

The surrounding teeth may shift into the space, becoming misaligned
Bone loss can occur in the area of the missing tooth, resulting in facial changes and a weakened bite
Your overall bite and chewing function can be compromised

A dental bridge helps prevent these issues while restoring your ability to chew, speak, and smile with confidence!

Alternatives to Bridges

Implants
Removable Partial Dentures

How do I take care of my bridge?

A strict regimen of brushing and flossing will keep the bridge and surrounding teeth clean. This is of critical importance as the bridge relies on the neighboring teeth for support. The abutment teeth that support the bridge could decay or have periodontal disease if the bridge is not maintained properly. Frequent visits to your hygienist will help ensure that your bridge will last a long time.