Fill gaps caused by 1 to 3 missing teeth
A dental bridge restores the appearance and health of your mouth by covering spaces with a false tooth supported by either dental implants, your natural teeth, or a combination of both. Sometimes referred to as a fixed partial denture, bridges are bonded or cemented to your teeth and do not need to be removed to sleep or clean them. Filling tooth gaps is important, not just for appearance but for your long term oral health. Missing teeth can make it difficult to speak or chew food, and with a gap, other teeth are free to shift around.
Long lasting benefits of dental bridges
A missing tooth or teeth can leave us feeling self conscious and uncomfortable. A dental bridge is a great way to get your smile looking and feeling normal again, but it also offers long term benefits for your other teeth and the bone health of your mouth. To sum it up, here are the advantages of a dental bridge:
Comfort
These are the obvious advantages because they affect us right now. Feel and look normal again. Smile and eat with confidence and get back the smile you know and love. Missing teeth just don’t feel great and sometimes gaps make it difficult or painful to speak or eat. Dental bridges are a long lasting solution to discomfort caused by missing teeth, lasting more than ten years with proper care.
Tooth health
Your teeth support each other and contribute to your facial structure. Missing teeth can alter your bite and leave space for other teeth to shift around. A dental bridge blocks teeth from shifting around, reducing the risk of decay, periodontal disease, jaw pain, and TMJ disorder caused by rogue teeth.
Bone health
Healthy, stable teeth encourage healthy jawbones. As our dental health diminishes, so does the health of bone and tissues that support our teeth. Stabilizing your dental health with a dental bridge will slow the rate of bone loss from your missing teeth.
What does a dental bridge cost in Dundas?
The cost of a dental bridge can vary widely from patient to patient and by your location. Here in Dundas, with a typical insurance plan, a dental bridge averages around $800 to $1200+. Without insurance, a reasonable ballpark figure for a bridge would be around $2000 to $3000 and up.
What affects the cost of a dental bridge?
- The type of bridge and the material used to make it.
- The number of teeth that are missing.
- The location and complexity of the procedure.
- The condition of the teeth adjacent to the gap.
- Supplies and equipment that are required for your specific treatment.
Remember, no dental practice can provide an accurate quote over the phone. After an examination, we would be happy to provide you with an accurate quote in person so you can find out your final costs and make an informed decision.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are different types of dental bridges – permanent and semi permanent. Bridges are sometimes referred to as fixed partial dentures because they are semi permanent and are bonded to existing teeth or implants. The easiest way to tell the difference between a bridge (which stays put) and a denture (which is removable) is that bridges are just the teeth, whereas dentures have those pink gums.
Cantilever bridges are used when there aren’t adjacent teeth on both sides of the missing teeth. They aren’t very common anymore and aren’t recommended in the back of the mouth where they can apply too much force to other teeth and damage them. If your missing teeth are in the back of your mouth, there are other solutions available.
The process usually takes two appointments, with each appointment lasting less than an hour.
Bridges can be constructed from gold alloys, non precious alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. We primarily use porcelain for our dental bridge procedures.
Sometimes people use the terms dental bridge and crown interchangeably. The reality is they have different functions. Dental crowns are prosthetic caps that are placed over broken, chipped, or worn teeth. They are effective in strengthening the teeth and preventing tooth decay. Dental bridges are designed to bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth.
A crown, all by itself, cannot replace a missing tooth. The crown refers to a dental cap that looks and feels like a tooth, but it needs to be supported inside and beneath the gum line by either an existing and prepared tooth, a partial tooth with a post, or a dental implant.
Bridges can be made of zirconia. Ask us for more information, and we would be happy to show you what materials are available and what our recommendations are for your specific needs.
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