Dental Bridges Beaverton
Bridge the Gap and Beautify Your Smile
At Caring Smiles Dental in Beaverton, Dr. Appelhans and our team understand how missing teeth can affect your oral health and quality of life. That is why we offer multiple tooth replacement solutions, including dental bridges. In just a few appointments, we may be able to bridge the gap between your teeth, beautify your smile, and improve your oral function. Continue reading below to learn more about bridges, or contact us directly to ask questions or set up a consultation. We look forward to speaking with you!
Why Choose Caring Smiles Dental for Dental Bridges?
- Traditional & Implant Bridges Available
- Lifelike Restorations that Blend in With Your Natural Teeth
- Easy & Precise Digital Dental Impressions
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a multi-unit prosthetic that is designed to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. They usually have a crown on each end, which support one or more pontics (artificial teeth) between them. Bridges can be made of various materials, but those made of lifelike options are the most popular. For example, porcelain and ceramic materials are almost indistinguishable from natural teeth. Bridges are very sturdy and have the potential to last for a decade or longer.
Types of Dental Bridges
There are a few different types of dental bridges. When you visit us for your consultation, we will examine your mouth and learn about your preferences before we recommend a specific type of prosthetic. Depending on your situation, we might suggest that you get either a traditional fixed bridge or an implant bridge. Here is an overview of each option:
Traditional Dental Bridges
A traditional bridge, also known as a fixed bridge, is attached to the teeth that surround an empty space in the mouth (called the abutment teeth). The treatment process requires just a few appointments, and this type of bridge tends to be affordable compared to implant-supported tooth replacement. However, it does require that the abutment teeth undergo some significant modification.
Implant Bridges
An implant bridge does not rely on the natural teeth for support. Rather, its crowns get attached to prosthetic tooth roots (dental implants), which are surgically inserted into the jawbone. An implant bridge is remarkably sturdy, supports jawbone health, and does not usually require the modification of any natural teeth.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
Dental bridges offer some pretty remarkable benefits:
- Restores your smile: Dental bridges fill gaps left by missing teeth, giving you a complete and natural-looking smile.
- Improves chewing ability: Replacing missing teeth helps you chew food more comfortably and efficiently. This can make eating a wider variety of foods easier and more enjoyable. It can also reduce wear and tear on your natural teeth.
- Prevents teeth from shifting: Filling the gap keeps your remaining teeth from moving out of position. This helps maintain proper bite alignment and might even prevent future tooth loss.
- Offers durability and long-lasting results: With proper care, dental bridges can last for many years.
- Provides a natural appearance: Bridges made from porcelain or ceramic look very similar to real teeth.