A popular solution for large gaps and multiple missing teeth, a dental bridge is a prosthetic fitting secured at each end by a crown. Even if your missing teeth are causing no discomfort, gaps can cause you to subconsciously change the way you eat, speak and smile. This can put additional pressure on your other teeth and also take its toll on your health, if you’re avoiding healthy foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as damaging your self-confidence.
In addition to helping solve daily problems caused by missing teeth, dental bridges from 543 Dental in Hull are highly recommended for preventing potential future problems. These include bite distortion, caused by your remaining teeth shifting to fill the gap, and vulnerability to gum disease and jaw pain. Unlike dentures, a bridge is not removable, giving increased support and stability within the mouth.
Your bridge will be custom-made in a laboratory and can be made from a range of materials to suit your surrounding teeth, the function of the replacement tooth or teeth and your budget. We can even make bridges so they contain no dark metal in the crowns at all, reducing the risk of any unsightly dark lines appearing near the gum edges. No matter your budget, your dentist here at 543 Dental will work with you to choose the restorative option that will give you the best overall outcome.
Your dentist will prepare the teeth either side of the gap and take an impression. The impression goes off to a laboratory where your bridge is made. Your dentist then cements your new bridge in place with a special adhesive without the need for a plate or denture. For some small gaps, it can be possible to design, create and fit your bridge in one appointment. Same-day bridges are made in-house using digital scanning and a state-of-the-art milling machine. The result is a beautiful, natural-looking bridge that is ready to be fitted on the same day.
Longevity is continually increasing thanks to ever more advanced technology. Bridges last on average around 5 years, although some can last a lot longer. A bridge’s lifespan is greatly dependent on good oral hygiene and dietary habits, and it’s important to follow your dentist and hygienist’s advice for looking after your bridge.
You’ll need to clean under and around your bridge every day to prevent problems such as bad breath and gum disease. Your dentist or hygienist will recommend cleaning products, such as a bridge needle or special floss, and show you how to use them.
