Dental bridges help bridge the gap created by missing teeth. Besides their restorative benefits, porcelain bridges have the benefit of restoring a wholesome smile. They can be made to match the color, height, texture, and overall appearance of your natural teeth.
Dental bridges help bridge the gap created by missing teeth. The bridge structure is a customized device that comprises of at least two or more crowns with one or more false teeth in between. The crowns are meant for the teeth on either side of the gap while the false tooth/teeth (called a pontic) fill in the gap(s). Dental bridges are supported by natural teeth as well as implants.
Bridges have several benefits as they can:
- Restore a wholesome smile
- Restore the ability to properly chew and speak
- Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position due to the gaps
Like crowns, bridges can be made of various materials, including porcelain and metals, and are fully customizable – they can be made to match the color, height, texture, and overall appearance of your natural teeth. Most bridges will last for decades, eliminating the need to replace them unless they fall out or become loose. You may prolong the durability of your bridges by maintaining good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings.
Although not as permanent as a cap, bridges are bonded to the surrounding teeth and can only be removed by a dentist.
How much does a dental bridge cost?
The costs also depend on the type of bridge that you select: Traditional or cantilever bridges typically cost $2,000 – $5,000 for one pontic and a crown for each abutment tooth. Maryland bridges typically cost $1,500 – $2,500 for one pontic with the framework, or wings, attached to the abutment teeth.
How long do permanent dental bridges last?
Dental bridges can last at least five to seven years. With good oral hygiene and regular professional cleanings, the bridge may last more than 10 years.
Can dental bridges be permanent?
A bridge is a custom-made replacement tooth or teeth that fill the space where one or more teeth are missing. The bridge permanently restores your bite and helps keep the natural shape of your face. This brochure reviews the types of non-removable bridges available and the steps involved in placing your bridge.
Are tooth bridges worth it?
Some people have a tough time eradicating gum disease, and for those people, a dental bridge is a better option than an implant. Since dental bridges are not implanted into gum tissue, they are less likely to be affected by gum disease. About 20 percent of all dental implants placed in people who smoke cigarettes fail.
Are bridges cheaper than implants?
Dental bridges are generally cheaper upfront than implants and insurance is more likely to cover at least some of the cost. The prices can vary depending on: the type of implant or bridge you're receiving. the material used.
How many teeth can go on a bridge?
Generally, a dental bridge can be used to replace anywhere from one to four teeth. It's rare to find cases where dental bridges are used to replace five or more teeth.
Can a dental bridge be done in one day?
The software then builds a crown that fits the patient's natural smile. This high-tech approach hastens the process. The patient can have his dental bridge placed on the same day he requests it. There is no sense in waiting weeks for an outside laboratory to do the work when it can be done in as little as a single day.
Is dental bridge painful?
The procedure used to put the dental bridge in your mouth is relatively easy and pain-free. Before the procedure, your dentist will use Novocain or other numbing agents to prevent you from feeling any pain during the procedure. Once you are numb, your dentist will start the procedure.
Do teeth bridges fall out?
Dental bridges are durable restorations; they typically last for 10 years or longer before replacement becomes necessary. Occasionally, though, a bridge can fall out before its time.
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