Sylvania dentist, Dentist in Sylvania, OH

Brookview Dental
 

7135 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560

419-885-1115
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Bridges

A bridge is one of the options you have when deciding on how to deal with one or more missing teeth. The replacement of teeth is necessary in order to maintain proper mouth function. Tooth loss can affect the way you eat, speak, and the alignment of other teeth.

Types of Bridges

A bridge, by definition, is a link or connection between two permanent structures. A dental bridge is similar in that it attaches the restorative teeth (bridge) to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. This bridge acts as your new teeth, closing the gap and restoring your smile. Bridges are usually constructed from gold or metal foundations and fused porcelain.

There are three main types of bridges:
  • With traditional bridges, crowns are created for the teeth on either side of the missing tooth, with the new replacement tooth in between. Traditional bridges are the most common type of bridge and are made of either porcelain fused to metal or ceramics.

  • Cantilever bridges are used when there are adjacent teeth on only one side of the missing tooth or teeth.

  • Maryland bonded bridges (also called a resin-bonded bridge or a Maryland bridge) are made of porcelain teeth and gums supported by a metal framework. Metal wings on each side of the bridge are bonded to your existing teeth.
Procedure

The process begins with preparation of the natural teeth, or abutments. We will shape the abutment teeth so that the ends of the bridge will fit comfortably on each side. Next, we'll take a dental impression of the area. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While your new teeth are being created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restoration will closely resemble your natural teeth so you can continue with your daily life without feeling awkward about a missing or unattractive tooth.

On your second visit to the office, we will place your final restoration. The bridge will fit comfortably in your mouth. We will make every effort to ensure that the new bridge feels exactly like your natural teeth. The final step in the process is to cement the bridge into place, leaving you with a beautifully restored smile!
We proudly offer dental bridges at our convenient location in Sylvania, OH. A Dental Bridge is a popular cosmetic procedure that can benefit many people who are suffering from a variety of teeth appearance problems and structural flaws including chipped teeth, cracked teeth; discolored, stained, large gaps, receding gum and decaying teeth
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