Bridging the Gap: A Solution for Missing Teeth

Dental bridges are a game-changer for patients with missing teeth. They use abutment teeth to support the artificial tooth, ensuring a stable and functional restoration. They’re not just about filling gaps – they’re about bringing back your confident smile and making eating enjoyable again. The benefits of dental bridges include improving eating and speaking ability, and enhancing aesthetics. At Fox View Dental, we’ve seen firsthand how bridges can turn things around for our patients.

Dental bridges work by using a false tooth to fill gaps left by missing teeth. This false tooth, or pontic, is anchored by crowns on the adjacent teeth, providing both aesthetic and functional benefits. Traditional bridges are the most common type of dental bridge, consisting of two crowns on either side of the missing tooth with a pontic in between.

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Why Consider a Dental Bridge?

• Get Your Bite Back: Missing teeth can make meal times a chore. Bridges can restore your ability to chew properly, allowing you to savor your favorite foods without any concerns.
• Speak Clearly: Bridges help restore clear, confident speech by filling in the gaps where teeth are missing, allowing for proper articulation and pronunciation.
• Smile with Confidence: A complete set of teeth contributes to an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Bridges seamlessly integrate with your natural teeth, allowing you to confidently display your radiant smile once more.
• Keep Your Teeth in Line: When a tooth is lost, the others may start to shift. Bridges help maintain proper tooth alignment and prevent potential dental issues.
• Protect Your Jaw: Missing teeth may result in jaw bone loss. Bridges help maintain facial structure for a youthful appearance.
• Easy to Care For: Unlike dentures, bridges are fixed in place. You can brush and floss them just like your regular teeth. No special cleaners or nightly soaking required.
• Long-Lasting Solution: With proper maintenance, bridges can last for a decade or more, bringing joy to many.
• Budget-Friendly Option: Compared to some other options for replacing missing teeth, bridges are more affordable while still providing excellent results.
• Quick Fix: Getting a bridge doesn’t take a long time. You can have a full smile again in just a few visits.
• Boost Your Self-Esteem: There’s something about having a full set of teeth that just makes you feel great. Bridges can give you that extra boost in your stride.

Are Bridges Right for You?

Bridges are a great dental option for replacing missing teeth, but not everyone is a suitable candidate for this treatment. Before getting a dental bridge, it’s important to make sure that the patient’s oral health is in good condition to support the bridge. Therefore, a comprehensive oral examination is always the first step in the process.

If a patient is dealing with gum disease or other dental issues, there’s no need to be concerned. Our priority is to address and resolve any existing dental problems before considering the option of getting a bridge. This ensures that the patient’s oral health is optimized and ready to support the bridge and any dental implants for the best long-term outcome. Maryland bonded bridges, for example, connect to adjacent natural teeth and are bonded to the existing teeth on one side. Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for the remaining teeth to ensure the longevity of the dental bridge.

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