DENTAL BRIDGES
Dental bridges can be placed to fill the spaces left by missing teeth. Bridges not only make it easier for patients to speak and eat, but also prevent surrounding teeth from shifting out of place. Dental bridges consist of one or more artificial teeth that are held in place by dental crowns. The procedure to place a dental bridge requires two visits: one to prepare the adjacent teeth and take an impression of the area and to place the bridge once customized from the impression.
Dr. Stella Gonzalez offers high quality dental bridges that can last for years with proper oral care. In case you do not take care of your dental hygiene or have habits such as grinding your teeth, it can lead to dental bridge failure. In addition, changes in the supporting teeth can reduce the stability of your dental bridges. Therefore, before getting dental bridges, have your dentist thoroughly check your teeth to make sure that you will not have problems with your dental bridges.
Benefits of dental bridges
- It helps to restore your smile.
- It improves your oral functions like chewing and speaking.
- It helps to maintain the natural structure of your face that might get disturbed due to missing teeth.
- It will also prevent your neighboring teeth from shifting.
Who is the perfect candidate for dental bridges?
Patients who are missing one to three consecutive teeth are ideal candidates for a dental bridge. In addition, they should have good overall dental health and should not have any gum disease. If you have periodontal problems, you should first treat them before bridges are placed.
Types of dental bridges
- Traditional- It involves two crowns on either side of the missing teeth, with an artificial tooth known as the pontic in between. It is the most common type of bridge used all over the world.
- Cantilever- If it is not possible to anchor a bridge to your natural tooth, then a cantilever bridge is used. It is ideal for those situations where only one natural tooth is available besides the missing teeth for anchoring.
- Maryland Bonded- Also known as a resin-bonded bridge, this one is made from material like porcelain. It is fused with your existing natural tooth on just one side of the bridge
Learn more about dental bridges
Dr. Stella Gonzalez is experienced in a wide range of restorative dentistry treatments. You will never need to go elsewhere for specialties such as dental bridges. Contact us to learn more about the bridges and other restorative dentistry options we offer.
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