Dental Bridges
Learn how dental bridges can transform your smile.
When you need to replace one or more teeth, our dentists may recommend a dental bridge. Bridges close the gaps in your smile, holding your remaining teeth in place to give you a restoration that is completely functional as well as naturally beautiful.
Our dentist may recommend a dental bridge to improve your smile by:
We will help you determine whether a custom dental bridge is the right choice for restoring your smile after tooth loss.
Placing a Dental Bridge
If you are missing one tooth or multiple teeth in a row, we may recommend a dental bridge to restore your smile. A bridge is a fixed dental restoration, meaning it is non-removable.
The dental bridge is anchored in place through the use of two custom-made dental crowns placed either side of the gap caused by the missing tooth. These crowns hold the artificial tooth in place to restore your smile, ensuring that your restoration will not easily shift or come loose.
It typically requires only two visits to our practice to complete the dental bridge. Dental bridges are designed to last for many years and to restore the function, beauty, and health of your smile.
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FAQs About Dental Bridges
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What is a dental bridge?
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by closing the gap and stabilizing nearby teeth. It helps restore normal chewing and speech while improving the look of your smile.
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What are the benefits of getting a bridge?
Bridges can restore chewing and speaking, reduce excess stress on your bite, improve facial shape and volume, replace a removable partial denture, and prevent remaining natural teeth from shifting out of position.
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How is a dental bridge placed?
A bridge is a fixed (non-removable) restoration anchored by two custom crowns on either side of the gap. Those crowns hold the artificial tooth in place so the bridge doesn’t easily shift or loosen.
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How many visits does a dental bridge take?
Many bridges can be completed in about two visits. Your dentist will confirm the best plan based on how many teeth you’re replacing and how the supporting teeth need to be prepared.
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How long can a dental bridge last?
Dental bridges are designed to last for many years with good home care and routine dental visits. Keeping the supporting teeth and gums healthy is key to long-term bridge stability.