Dental Bridges
Missing one or more teeth in a row? At Bear Creek Family Dentistry, we can replace what you've lost with personalized and lifelike dental bridges!
While some people might be missing a tooth or two, others may have lost a few in a row, which can lead to multiple kinds of complications. The good news is that our team at Bear Creek Family Dentistry can help bridge the gap in your smile with a custom restoration. This type of restoration is mainly reserved for patients who are missing one to three teeth in a row. Instead of relying on the gum line like dentures, dental bridges are designed to be supported via the surrounding teeth. During your consultation, our team will walk you through your options for bridging the gap in your smile. We'll evaluate your oral health, go over your smile goals, and discuss the best solution that fits your needs and budget.
Mainly reserved for patients missing one to three teeth in a row.
Designed to be supported via two dental crowns and pontics (artificial teeth that connect the two sides).
Traditional dental bridges consist of two dental crowns linked by pontics; more than three teeth can make the restoration less stable.
Traditional bridge placement requires altering the enamel of both adjacent teeth to make room for the bridge.
Implant dental bridges use titanium posts placed into the jawbone instead of reshaping adjacent teeth.
Implant bridges can prevent jawbone deterioration.
Dental bridges are typically made from highly durable porcelain.
With proper care, dental bridges typically last between five and fifteen years.
Implant bridges tend to last for decades, if not a lifetime.
Local anesthesia is used to numb the area during tooth preparation.
Patients may experience mild soreness or sensitivity around the treated area for a few days after placement.
Dental bridges can replace one to four missing teeth in a row depending on the situation.
Benefits include improved oral health, natural-looking results, simplified maintenance, boosts self-esteem, preserves jawbone with implant dental bridges, and long-lasting solution.