Dental bridges are one of many solutions available to patients who have undergone tooth extraction or tooth loss. Missing teeth can impact the smile’s function, health, and appearance, making patients feel self-conscious and unable to enjoy some of their favorite foods. There are many tooth replacement options available at Greenbelt Dental Health in Austin, Texas, with Dr. Christopher Naranjo, but a popular alternative instead of implants for many is the dental bridge.
How do dental bridges work?
Dr. Christopher Naranjo and his team at Greenbelt Dental Health describe the dental bridge as a porcelain restoration designed to “bridge the gap” after one or more teeth have been extracted or lost. When this happens, it can impact not only the appearance of the smile but the function and health. Placing a dental bridge is the best way to restore the smile in an affordable and long-term manner. The bridge includes dental crowns on each side, which are bonded onto the adjacent anchoring teeth, fused to false teeth in between that restore function so you can speak and eat efficiently.
BEFORE AND AFTER CROWNS / BRIDGE OF ACTUAL PATIENT
How do I care for a dental bridge?
Dental bridges are bonded in place, so they are not removed each day like partial dentures. They are also more affordable than dental implants, another way patients can replace one or more teeth in the smile. Patients are educated on how to care for their dental bridges by brushing around the restoration and using floss to clean underneath it. This will reduce the risk of periodontal disease or tooth decay on the supporting teeth, which can otherwise lead to the removal of the bridge and other teeth if the damage becomes extensive.
Where can I find a dentist for dental bridges?
If you are ready to smile with dental bridges or other tooth replacement solutions and live in the Austin, TX, area, call Dr. Christopher Naranjo and his team at (512) 472-3565 to request an appointment at our office.
The office is open to new patients and can educate you on ways to maintain a beautiful and healthy smile for life!