A dental bridge is an appliance that replaces one or more natural missing teeth. It bridges the space between two teeth. Fixed bridges are cemented onto teeth on either side of the space. Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the mouth by you. If you are missing any teeth and are committed to maintaining good oral hygiene practices, you may be a good candidate for a bridge. If left unfilled, this space can cause the surrounding teeth to drift out of position and can cause teeth and gums to become more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease, leading to further tooth loss. Fixed bridges not only correct an altered bite, improve your chewing ability and speech, but they also safeguard your appearance by preventing the collapse of your facial features that can cause premature wrinkles and age lines.
With a bridge, it is more important than ever to brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly. If you do not control the buildup of food debris and plaque – the sticky film of bacteria formed from food acids – your teeth and gums can become infected, requiring further treatment and resulting in possible loss of the bridge. Your dentist may also recommend using floss threaders that help remove bacteria from hard to reach spaces between the bridge and adjacent teeth and gums.
If you maintain optimal oral hygiene care, you can expect your fixed bridge to last as many as 8-10 years, or even longer.
If you have missing teeth and dental implants are not right for you at this time, dental bridges are an excellent treatment option to consider. At Progressive Dental we tailor your treatment to your specific oral health needs, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
Root canal done with precision and care
Everyone is always so nice, They always do a great job.
Finally after trying out different dentist offices I found the one!! It’s a bit out of my way from home but worth it. Upon entering the office I was greeted by Tiffany at the front desk, first time ... Read More
Root canal done with precision and care
Everyone is always so nice, They always do a great job.
Finally after trying out different dentist offices I found the one!! It’s a bit out of my way from home but worth it. Upon entering the office I was greeted by Tiffany at the front desk, first time coming here so I had to get all my information in. Tiffany made it a breeze and explained everything very well and didn’t get bothered by me asking 20 questions. I asked about their Reveal they offer which than the manager Kalee came over and explained everything very thoroughly and didn’t brush me off because they were busy (like other offices). Now I’m in the process of getting the Reveal clear aligners. As I was called back for my x-rays and cleaning. I was greeted than by the dental hygienist Junina who was so sweet and patient, I have a bad gag reflex I warned her. No problem, they had Jamie come in and help with the x-rays, made it so much easier and appreciated the patience they had with me. Deep cleaning was so thorough even if she had to stay late an extra 15 minutes , I’ve never felt my teeth so clean before. Honestly the best dental experience I’ve ever had! My family is now in the process of switching to here. Highly recommend.