Clear Aligners

Missing teeth can have a negative effect on your appearance, speech, and overall oral health. The gaps left by missing teeth can cause the remaining teeth to shift, which can affect your bite. When tooth loss occurs, it can impact your smile, your self-confidence, and your oral health.

What Are Dental Bridges?

A dental bridge is a false tooth that is used to replace one or more missing teeth. The bridge is held in place by using crowns on the teeth on either side of the gap as anchors. Materials used in making the dental bridge typically include porcelain, gold, or a combination of materials. The false tooth is fused between the two crowns, creating the appearance of a natural tooth.

By bridging the gap of a missing tooth or teeth, a bridge prevents the remaining teeth and gums from shifting out of place. Not only does this help to prevent misalignment, but it can help to prevent the face from having a prematurely aged appearance.

What Are the Types of Dental Bridges?

There are different types of dental bridges that your dentist in Grandville may recommend based on specific factors, such as how many teeth are missing and where they are located in the mouth. Here are the various types of dental bridges that can be discussed with your dentist:

Traditional bridge: Used to replace missing teeth that are next to each other. It can support multiple teeth in a row when there is more than one tooth missing in a row. The teeth are called abutments, and a false crown is placed in between the teeth to replace the missing tooth or teeth.

Cantilever bridge: This is a less common type of bridge that is used when there is only one tooth on either side of the open space in the mouth. The false tooth is suspended over the empty space without touching any other teeth.

Maryland bonded bridge: This is the most common type of dental bridge that is frequently used by dentists. The bridge consists of an artificial tooth supported by a metal framework. The artificial tooth is attached on both sides to the surrounding teeth, and the bridge is held in place using metal bands that are cemented onto the backs of the surrounding teeth.

To find out more about the dental services offered at Solace Dental, call (630) 759-3595 or schedule an online consultation. You can also visit us at 287 N Weber Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, 60490.