Dental bridges are a common method of replacing one or more missing teeth with an arch that is custom-crafted for you. Two porcelain crowns are placed on each side of the space where teeth are missing. The teeth on each side are called abutment teeth. Depending on how many teeth are missing, that same number of porcelain crowns are firmly attached in the center space of the bridge. Dental crown and bridge replacements offer a non-surgical way to restore your smile.
Dental Bridges Explained
One of the main symptoms of untreated tooth loss is when surrounding teeth drift into the space. This is not only detrimental to your oral health by causing a misaligned bite, but there are many other potential problems. When your teeth aren’t properly aligned, excessive tooth wear, jaw muscle strain, and teeth grinding are all possibilities. When teeth move, overcrowding and overlapping can occur which make it hard to keep teeth and gums healthy. We can bridge the gap so that you don’t have to worry about drifting when you are missing teeth. The restorative apparatus of a crown and bridge will prevent teeth from shifting by holding abutment teeth firmly in place. Dental bridges restore full chewing function for a higher quality of lie.
The Proper Fit
Your restorative dentistry procedure starts with a consultation to determine that you are a viable candidate for a dental bridge. To make an educated decision, you should be made aware of all of the potential options for tooth replacement available. Once you have determined that a dental bridge is the best option in your particular case, Dr. will begin by taking impressions of your abutment teeth and the space between them. These measurements and specifications will be sent to a ceramist so that a beautiful crown and bridge can be fashioned just for you. The bridge will be fitted and affixed for long term rejuvenation of your beautiful smile.
ABOUT DOWNEY FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Dr. Hadis Reyhani, Dr. Ben Reyhani, and Dr. Pasha Hakimzadeh, DDS, provide a wealth of combined experience, along with innovative technology and personalized care, to help improve our patients’ dental health so they can enjoy smiling again. To schedule a consultation, call Downey Family Cosmetic Dentistry today at (562) 472-2433.
