Dental Bridges: Bridging the Gap in Your Smile

A dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic solution used to replace one or more missing teeth. It quite literally "bridges the gap" where teeth are missing, restoring your smile, bite, and confidence.

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How a Dental Bridge Works

A dental bridge replaces missing teeth using one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, that are supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. These supporting teeth, known as abutments, provide the strength and stability needed for proper chewing and long-term function. Each bridge is custom-designed to match your natural teeth in color, shape, and size, ensuring a seamless and lifelike appearance.

How a Dental Bridge Works

A dental bridge replaces missing teeth using one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, that are supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. These supporting teeth, known as abutments, provide the strength and stability needed for proper chewing and long-term function. Each bridge is custom-designed to match your natural teeth in color, shape, and size, ensuring a seamless and lifelike appearance.

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Types of Dental Bridges

  1. Cantilever Bridge
    • Supported by a single adjacent tooth.
    • Used when only one neighboring tooth is available.
  2. Maryland Bridge
    • Uses metal or porcelain wings bonded to the back of adjacent teeth.
    • More conservative, but less durable under heavy bite pressure.
  3. Traditional Bridge
    • Most common.
    • Requires healthy natural teeth on both sides of the gap.
  4. Implant-Supported Bridge
    • Anchored to dental implants instead of natural teeth.
    • Ideal for larger gaps or when neighboring teeth are not healthy.

Types of Dental Bridges

  1. Cantilever Bridge
    • Supported by a single adjacent tooth.
    • Used when only one neighboring tooth is available.
  2. Maryland Bridge
    • Uses metal or porcelain wings bonded to the back of adjacent teeth.
    • More conservative, but less durable under heavy bite pressure.
  3. Traditional Bridge
    • Most common.
    • Requires healthy natural teeth on both sides of the gap.
  4. Implant-Supported Bridge
    • Anchored to dental implants instead of natural teeth.
    • Ideal for larger gaps or when neighboring teeth are not healthy.

Benefits of

Dental Bridges

Restores chewing

Prevents tooth shift

Enhances smile

Boosts confidence

Is a Dental Bridge Right for You?

A dental bridge may be right for you if you’re missing one or more teeth in a row and have healthy teeth or implants on either side of the gap to support it. This non-removable restoration is designed to restore chewing function, maintain proper bite alignment, and improve the appearance of your smile. For many patients, it provides a stable and natural-looking solution without the need for surgery.

Is a Dental Bridge Right for You?

A dental bridge may be right for you if you’re missing one or more teeth in a row and have healthy teeth or implants on either side of the gap to support it. This non-removable restoration is designed to restore chewing function, maintain proper bite alignment, and improve the appearance of your smile. For many patients, it provides a stable and natural-looking solution without the need for surgery.

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How do I know if a dental bridge is the right option for me?

A dental bridge may be right for you if you have missing teeth and healthy teeth or implants on either side of the gap. Dr. Timin will evaluate your bite, oral health, and goals to recommend the best solution.

Can a dental bridge replace multiple missing teeth?

Yes. Dental bridges can replace one or several missing teeth in a row, depending on the type of bridge and the support available from natural teeth or implants.

Is getting a dental bridge painful?

The procedure is performed with local anesthesia to ensure comfort. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during treatment and mild sensitivity afterward.

Do dental bridges look natural?

Yes. Dental bridges are custom designed to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, allowing them to blend seamlessly into your smile.

How long do dental bridges last?

With proper care, dental bridges typically last 10 to 15 years or longer. Good oral hygiene and regular dental visits help extend their lifespan.

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