Dental Bridges Edmonton
What Is A Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a custom-made, fixed dental restoration designed to replace one or more missing teeth. By filling the gap left by missing teeth, a dental bridge restores your smile, improves chewing function, and helps maintain proper tooth alignment. Once placed, the bridge is securely bonded to provide a durable, long-term solution.
Purposes of Dental Bridges
- Replacing one or more missing teeth
- Preventing neighbouring teeth from shifting out of position
- Restoring the appearance of your smile
- Supporting full-mouth rehabilitation treatment
- Completing or complementing dental implant therapy
How is a Dental Bridge Prepared?
To prepare for a dental bridge, the supporting teeth, known as abutments, are carefully shaped to receive dental crowns. We then take impressions of your teeth and place temporary crowns or a temporary bridge to protect the prepared teeth while your custom restoration is being fabricated in a dental laboratory. At your next appointment, we check the fit, appearance, and bite before permanently securing your new dental bridge.
Do You Really Need to Replace a Missing Tooth?
Replacing a missing tooth as soon as possible helps protect your long-term oral health. Without treatment, nearby teeth and opposing teeth can gradually shift into the empty space, affecting your bite, appearance, and overall dental function.
- Higher risk of tooth decay and gum disease
- Uneven bite pressure and excessive wear on surrounding teeth
- Changes to your bite, chewing ability, and smile aesthetics
