A dental bridge can replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth or teeth to the natural teeth or crowns on either side of the gap. Bridges restore both the appearance and function of teeth. Patients often choose a dental bridge over a dental implant when they want a faster solution or prefer a non-surgical option.
Three Reasons to Consider a Dental Bridge
Bridges help you chew and speak normally by filling gaps left by missing teeth.
A dental bridge keeps surrounding teeth from moving out of place, improving your bite.
Dental bridges typically require less time to install and is done non-surgically.
Getting a dental bridge is a simple non-surgical process designed to improve both function and looks faster and with less necessary healing than dental implant surgery.
Your dentist prepares the teeth on either side of the gap to support the bridge.
Impressions are taken to create a custom restoration that fits your mouth.
A temporary bridge may be placed to protect your teeth while waiting on the final one.
The permanent bridge is carefully fitted and adjusted for comfort and proper bite alignment.
The bridge is securely bonded for permanence, stability and durability.
In most cases, the entire process can be completed in a few visits over a couple of weeks.
Both bridges and implants replace missing teeth but they differ in how this is done and the recovery time. Implants involve surgically placing a post into the jawbone. It requires several months for healing. Bridges use neighboring teeth for support and can be completed more quickly. Bridges are an option for patients looking for a reliable, cost-effective solution for missing teeth.