Bridgesat Link Dental

Having one or more missing teeth can have a significant impact on your smile, as well as your overall dental health. Missing teeth can cause a shift in the alignment of your teeth, which can lead to:

• Bite problems and/or jaw problems
• Increased periodontal disease
• Increased tooth decay
• Loss of adjacent teeth
• Speech disorders
• A change in the shape of your face

Bridges are natural in appearance and should last as many as 10 years or more.

 

A bridge is one of the few options that you have when deciding how to deal with a missing tooth or teeth. The replacement of these missing teeth is necessary in order to maintain the proper mouth functions. Tooth loss can affect the way you eat, speak, and the alignment of other teeth in your mouth.

Types of Bridges

A bridge, by definition, is a link or connection between two permanent structures. A dental bridge is very similar in that it attaches a false tooth to two adjacent teeth as a means of replacing the missing tooth function. This bridge acts as your new teeth, closing the gap and restoring your smile. Bridges are often constructed of gold or metal foundations with porcelain fused to the foundation.

Procedure

The procedure begins with preparation of the natural teeth on either side of the gap created by the missing tooth/teeth to receive a crown (cap). These crowns will serve as anchors to support the false tooth on your bridge. The next step is to take an impression of the area. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or unattractive tooth.

During your second visit to the office, we will proceed with the placement of your final restoration. This bridge will be fitted comfortably into the mouth. We will make every effort to ensure that the new bridge feels exactly like your natural teeth. The final step in the process is to cement the bridge into your mouth, leaving you with a beautifully restored smile.

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