Dental Bridges at Smiles Restored

What are Dental Bridges?

Dental bridges are a common dental restoration method used to replace one or more missing teeth. A bridge consists of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap, known as abutment teeth, and a false tooth or teeth in between, known as pontics. These false teeth can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. Dental bridges help restore the functionality and appearance of your smile.

Benefits of Dental Bridges

• Restored Smile: Dental bridges can fill in the gaps in your smile, giving you a complete set of teeth again.
• Improved Chewing and Speaking: Missing teeth can make it difficult to chew food properly and can also affect your speech. Dental bridges can help you chew more effectively and speak more clearly.
• Maintaining Face Shape: Missing teeth can cause your facial muscles to sag over time, changing the shape of your face. Dental bridges can help maintain your natural face shape.
• Preventing Tooth Movement: When there is a gap, the remaining teeth may slowly shift out of place. Dental bridges help prevent this by filling in the gap.

Types of Dental Bridges

There are several types of dental bridges available at Smiles Restored:

• Traditional Bridges: These are the most common type of dental bridge and consist of crowns that anchor the bridge to the abutment teeth. A pontic is located between the crowns.
• Cantilever Bridges: This type of bridge is used when there are adjacent teeth on only one side of the missing tooth or teeth.
• Maryland Bridges: Also known as a resin-bonded bridge, this type uses a metal or porcelain framework bonded to the backs of the adjacent teeth.
• Implant-Supported Bridges: For a more secure and lasting solution, this type of bridge uses dental implants instead of crowns or frameworks.

The Dental Bridge Procedure

At Smiles Restored, we follow a meticulous procedure to ensure that your dental bridge is tailored to your specific needs:

1. Initial Consultation: During this appointment, we will evaluate your dental health and discuss your options for dental bridges.
2. Preparation: If you decide to proceed, we will prepare the abutment teeth by reshaping them to accommodate the crowns that will hold the bridge in place.
3. Impressions: We will take impressions of your teeth, which will serve as a model for creating the bridge.
4. Temporary Bridge: While your permanent bridge is being made, we will provide you with a temporary bridge to protect your exposed teeth and gums.
5. Fitting the Permanent Bridge: Once your permanent bridge is ready, we will fit it into place and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a perfect fit.
6. Finalizing: Finally, the permanent bridge will be cemented into place, restoring your smile and functionality.

Maintaining Your Dental Bridge

Proper care is essential to the longevity of your dental bridge. Here are some tips on how to maintain it:

• Brush and Floss Daily: Make sure to brush and floss your teeth daily to remove plaque and prevent decay.
• Use a Bridge Floss Threader: Special tools like a bridge floss threader can help you clean underneath the pontic.
• Regular Dental Check-Ups: Schedule regular check-ups at Smiles Restored to ensure your dental bridge remains in good condition.
• Avoid Hard Foods: Try to avoid biting down on hard foods that could damage your bridge.

At Smiles Restored, we are committed to providing you with high-quality dental bridges that will restore both the function and appearance of your smile. Our expert team is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your complete satisfaction.

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