Bridges
A dental bridge is a restorative solution used to replace one or more missing teeth by “bridging” the gap between healthy teeth. Designed to match your natural smile, a bridge restores both the appearance and function of your teeth, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence again.
Dental bridges are securely anchored in place and designed to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth for a natural-looking, long-lasting result.
How a Dental Bridge Helps
Missing teeth affect more than just your smile; they can impact your bite, speech, and overall oral health. A dental bridge helps restore balance and stability to your mouth.
Benefits of a dental bridge include:
- Restoring the appearance of a complete, natural smile
- Improving chewing and speaking ability
- Preventing nearby teeth from shifting out of place
- Supporting proper bite alignment
- Maintaining the shape of your face and jaw
By filling the gap left by missing teeth, a bridge helps protect your oral health while improving daily comfort.
Is a Dental Bridge Right for You?
Dental bridges are a reliable option for patients who have one or more missing teeth and healthy surrounding teeth or dental restorations to support the bridge.
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Are missing one or more teeth
- Have healthy adjacent teeth or crowns for support
- Want a fixed, non-removable tooth replacement option
- Require a faster alternative to implants
During your consultation, we will evaluate your oral health and discuss whether a dental bridge is the best solution for restoring your smile.
What to Expect During the Dental Bridge Process
Getting a dental bridge typically requires two visits and is a straightforward, comfortable procedure designed to restore your smile and bite. During your first appointment, your dentist will prepare the teeth on either side of the missing tooth (called abutment teeth) so they can support the bridge. Impressions of your teeth are then taken and sent to a dental lab, where your custom bridge will be carefully crafted to match the shape and color of your natural teeth. A temporary bridge may be placed to protect your teeth while the final restoration is being made.
At your second visit, your dentist will place the custom bridge, check the fit and bite, and securely bond it in place. Once completed, the bridge fills the gap left by the missing tooth, restoring your ability to chew comfortably and helping maintain the natural shape of your smile. With proper care and regular dental checkups, a dental bridge can provide a long-lasting solution for missing teeth.