Bridges
If teeth have been lost, then replacement options include implants, dentures, and bridges.
A bridge may be used to fill a gap of up to four teeth if there are healthy natural teeth flanking the gap.
A fixed bridge is an appliance made of porcelain design to replace missing teeth in the most natural way possible. This procedure usually takes from two to three appointments to complete and is very similar to having a crown placed on a tooth.
The dentist will prepare the two teeth on either side of the gap by removing a portion of the enamel and dentin.
Since the bridge must be carefully constructed to match the opposing tooth and ensure a correct bite, several impressions of the teeth are taken and sent to a lab, which will construct the bridge. Temporary crowns will be applied to protect the exposed teeth until the next appointment.
At the second visit, the dentist will fit the bridge over the old tooth; and if the fit is good, then the dentist will cement the bridge into place.
The bridge will replace your missing teeth and will appear entirely natural. |
