Dental Bridges
Dental Bridges Thornton
Chewing your food can be challenging if you have missing, broken, or damaged teeth. Your confidence can also suffer, as you may be reluctant to smile. A dental bridge might assist in restoring your smile and your trust.
What Is It?
A dental bridge is a porcelain tooth used to restore a lost tooth in a patient’s mouth. Two crowns on the teeth next to the lost tooth hold the bridge in place.
These fixed dental restorations are made of porcelain or ceramic material; they can be matched to the colour of your natural teeth, enabling them to blend perfectly. Bridges can improve your smile’s appearance and restore your ability to chew and speak properly.
While you may think a missing tooth is not something to be concerned about, it can lead to problems later. When you miss one or more teeth, the remaining teeth may drift or fall into the empty spaces.
Uses of Bridges
- Replace a large filling where there is not enough tooth remaining
- Protect a weak tooth from breaking by strengthening it.
- Fill in missing teeth or a gap in a smile
- Cover a discoloured or poorly shaped tooth
- Cover and reinforce a tooth that has had root canal treatment
- Restore a fractured tooth
- Cover a dental implant
What’s the Procedure?
First, the dentist assesses the condition of your mouth and the surrounding areas where the tooth is missing to establish the suitability of the dental bridge. If this type of dental restoration suits your specific situation, the adjacent teeth to the missing tooth, supporting the crown, will be prepared.
An impression is made so the bridge you want to make will fit well in the space left and neatly follow the other teeth you have. The first visit is concluded by placing a temporary tooth to cover the area to avoid environmental sensitivity before the permanent dental work is done. The permanent bridge is firmly bonded at the next and final appointment after its construction during the treatment sessions.
Dental Bridges in Thornton
Your Thornton, Maitland NSW dentist takes pride in offering advanced designs and the finest materials in dental replacements. Our experience in providing dental bridges allows us to give you the finest dental service possible. If you are ready to restore your smile with our bridges, visit us at Thornton Dental today.
Call us at (02) 4966 2996 to book your appointment online today!
Risks arise from every invasive or surgical operation. Before taking further action, it would help to get a second opinion from a medical practitioner regarding proper licensing.
Visit us at Thornton Shopping Centre, Shop 30/1 Taylor Ave in Thornton.
FAQs
What is a dental bridge?
A fixed dental restoration, a dental bridge, joins an artificial tooth permanently to neighbouring teeth or dental implants to substitute one or more lost teeth.
How does a dental bridge work?
It comprises an artificial tooth (pontic) in the middle and crowns on either side of the gap.
Who is a candidate for a dental bridge?
Anyone with one or more missing teeth and healthy adjacent teeth or implants can qualify for a dental bridge.
What are the benefits of a dental bridge?
It restores the smile, improves chewing and speaking, maintains face shape, prevents teeth drifting, and distributes bite forces.
How long does a dental bridge last?
With proper care, 5 to 15 years or longer.
How do you care for a dental bridge?
Practise good oral hygiene by seeing the dentist regularly, flossing, and brushing twice a day. Avoid chewy items that could harm the bridge.
What is the procedure for getting a dental bridge?
The procedure typically involves two visits. The first visit includes preparing the abutment teeth, taking impressions, and placing a temporary bridge. The second visit consists of fitting and cementing the permanent bridge.
Are there different types of dental bridges?
Yes, there are traditional bridges, cantilever bridges, Maryland bonded bridges, and implant-supported bridges, each suited for different situations.