Dental bridges are an excellent solution for people missing one or more teeth, helping prevent gaps from developing that could potentially pose health issues and make eating and speaking clearly difficult.
Traditional dental bridges use resin to attach fake tooth(s) or teeth(s) to two natural abutment teeth that have been fitted with crowns; these act as anchors that hold the bridge in place.
Bridges are made of metal
Dental bridges are long-term solutions for missing teeth. A popular option among people with gaps in their smile, they restore function and an appealing natural appearance while improving speech and lisps due to tooth loss. While there are various types of bridges, metal ones tend to be the most durable; during your initial consultation session with your dentist they’ll recommend the ideal type based on your unique situation and preferences.
Step one of installing a dental bridge involves preparing the abutment teeth – they serve as anchors that will support its construction – by reshaping them to accommodate crowns, taking impressions and then taking dental work impressions for manufacturing the necessary dental work.
Installing a dental bridge usually takes multiple visits. At the first one, your dentist will prepare the abutment teeth by removing an enamel layer, while at the second visit he/she will install crowns and secure them to them using dental cement.
Bridges are made of porcelain
Dental bridges are composed of various materials, including porcelain. They are used to fill gaps in teeth or replace missing ones and to prevent surrounding teeth from shifting into empty spaces in a way that causes bite issues or other health concerns.
Traditional bridges consist of a false tooth (pontic), secured to dental crowns cemented to either side of a gap by dental crowns known as abutment teeth. Bridges were traditionally constructed from porcelain fused to metal; however, new technologies allow stronger ceramic materials to now be utilized.
Before placing a bridge, your dentist will inspect the health of the teeth that will support it and file down their edges if they deem them strong enough. They then take an impression of your mouth which will be sent off to a dental laboratory for fabrication; once complete, a second appointment will be scheduled with them to have it installed and permanently secured.
Bridges are made of gold
Gold dental bridges can provide a convenient solution to fill gaps caused by missing teeth. Not only are they durable and natural-looking, but also require periodic care in order to stay looking their best and function as intended. Good oral hygiene habits and eating healthily will extend their lifespan significantly.
Traditional dental bridges are among the most widely used types of bridges, featuring two or more false teeth supported by natural teeth on either side of a gap. These natural teeth, called abutment teeth, must first have some enamel removed so dental crowns can secure false ones firmly into place; false teeth or “pontics” (pontics in technical terms) made of porcelain, gold and various alloys may then be attached as anchor points to hold in the false ones securely in their places.
These bridges can be an ideal option for patients who possess healthy, stable adjacent teeth and wish to protect their natural enamel strength. With an average lifespan of 15 years and with coverage provided by dental insurance for a portion of the cost involved.
Bridges are made of zirconium
Zirconia bridges are an ideal option for patients in search of natural-looking and long-lasting restorations that won’t weaken healthy teeth like traditional bridges can. Zirconia bridges feature highly translucent hues to mimic your natural teeth’s vibrancy while their high flexural strength makes them suitable for anterior/posterior bridges with up to three units.
Your dentist will begin by preparing two healthy teeth that will serve as anchors for crowns. After making their selections, an impression will be taken and selected a shade to blend seamlessly with your natural tooth color for seamless integration. Finally, they will give you a temporary bridge while your permanent one is being manufactured by a lab.
Once your bridge is ready, your dentist will secure it using dental cement and make final adjustments for optimal alignment and comfort.
