Dental Bridges in Pasadena, TX
Do I Need a Dental Bridge?
A bridge is a false tooth or several false teeth supported by two or more crowned natural teeth or implants on either side. The false teeth are pontics, made of alloys, porcelain, gold, or several of these materials. The crowned teeth or implants supporting the bridge are abutment teeth.
Whether you have gaps between your teeth because of extractions, injury, or other reasons, your dentist has the option of installing a bridge. Dental bridges provide many benefits, including:
- Restoring your smile
- Maintaining face shape
- Properly distributing bite forces
- Preventing teeth from moving out of position
Contrary to popular belief, dental bridges make eating easier. In the beginning, we recommend that you eat softer foods and take smaller bites. After they begin to feel normal, you can adjust back to your old eating habits. Additionally, if your missing teeth cause speech problems, having a bridge improves speech when replacing certain teeth.
Types of Dental Bridges
There are three primary dental bridge types: traditional, Maryland-bonded, and cantilever bridges.
Traditional Bridges
Maryland Bonded Bridges
The Dental Bridge Installation Process
At Laughlin Dental, dental bridge installation begins by preparing abutment teeth. This involves removing some enamel and recontouring these teeth. This provides room for a fitted crown over these teeth to support the bridge.
Next, we’ll make an impression of your teeth, providing a model that we’ll use to craft your bridge and pontic. While you wait for your permanent bridge to arrive, the dentist makes a temporary one, protecting your teeth and gums.
During your next visit, the dentist removes your temporary bridge and checks your new bridge for fit. The dentist adjusts it, sometimes over multiple dental visits, before permanently cementing it into place. Once properly fitted, aligned and cemented into place, your bridge lasts 10–15 years or longer in some cases.
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Family Dental Care and Services
Your dentist in Pasadena, TX provides the dental services you need for healthy teeth and gums. Some services involve oral surgeries through a specialist, whereas others take place in the dentist’s office. Services you can count on from Laughlin Dental include:
Your dentist at Laughlin Dental works hard with you to help you avoid needing surgery. Focus on preventing your need for oral surgery through your best routine oral health care and hygiene. Start that best oral health by scheduling your next visit with Laughlin Dental now at (281) 801-6818.
