Fill Gaps From 1 To 3 Missing Teeth
A dental bridge restores the appearance and function of your mouth by filling the gap left by missing teeth 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 in place and don’t need to be removed to sleep or to clean. Replacing missing teeth is important, not just for appearances, but for your long-term oral health. Gaps from missing teeth can make it difficult to speak or chew, and they leave neighbouring teeth free to shift out of place.
Why Choose A Dental Bridge?
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 remaining 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 gaps sometimes make it difficult or painful to speak or eat. Dental bridges are a long-lasting solution to discomfort caused by missing teeth, often 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 neighbouring teeth to shift out of alignment. A dental bridge keeps teeth from shifting, reducing the risk of decay, periodontal disease, jaw pain and TMJ Disorder caused by misaligned teeth.
Bone Health
Healthy, stable teeth encourage healthy jawbones. As our dental health diminishes, so does the health of the bone and tissue that support our teeth. Stabilizing your dental health with a dental bridge will slow the rate of bone loss caused by missing teeth.
How Much Does A Dental Bridge Cost In Belleville?
The cost of a dental bridge can vary widely from patient to patient. With a typical insurance plan, a dental bridge averages out to about $800 to $1200 or more. Without insurance, a reasonable ballpark figure for a dental bridge would be about $2000 to $3000 and up.
What goes into determining the cost of a dental bridge?
- The type of bridge and the material used to make it.
- The number of missing teeth being replaced.
- The location and complexity of the procedure.
- The condition of the teeth adjacent to the gap.
- Supplies and equipment required for your specific treatment.
Remember, no dental practice can provide an accurate quote over the phone. Ultimately, your needs are as unique as your smile. It’s important to speak with a dentist and undergo an oral exam to find out all your treatment options and receive an accurate quote. If you have dental insurance, we’d be happy to supply you with a quote to submit to them, so you can find out your out-of-pocket costs before making a decision.
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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 called fixed partial dentures because they are bonded in place 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 include those pink gums.
Cantilever bridges are used when there isn’t an adjacent tooth on both sides of the missing tooth. They aren’t very common anymore and aren’t recommended for the back of the mouth, where they can place too much force on neighbouring teeth and cause damage. If your missing teeth are located in the back of your mouth, other tooth replacement options are available.
Getting a dental bridge usually takes two appointments, each lasting less than an hour to complete.
Dental bridges can be made from gold alloys, metal alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. We primarily use porcelain for our dental bridge treatments, since it offers a natural-looking, tooth-coloured result.
Sometimes, people use the terms dental bridge and crown interchangeably, but the two serve different functions. Dental Crowns are prosthetic caps placed over a single damaged, chipped, or worn tooth to restore its strength and prevent further decay. Dental bridges, on the other hand, are designed to replace one or more missing teeth by bridging the gap they leave behind.
A dental crown, on its own, cannot replace a missing tooth. A crown is a dental cap that looks and feels like a natural tooth, but it must be supported below the gum line by an existing prepared tooth, a partial tooth with a post, or a dental implant.
Yes, dental bridges can be made from zirconia. Ask us for more details, and we’ll be happy to discuss the best options for your needs.
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