Bridges and Dental Restoration
A bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace a missing tooth (or several teeth) by joining an artificial tooth permanently to adjacent teeth or dental implants.
Here are several benefits of getting a dental bridge:
- Dental bridges restore the ability to chew and speak properly, which may be compromised by missing teeth. They help to distribute the forces of chewing evenly across adjacent teeth, preventing issues such as shifting and misalignment.
- Bridges are customized to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, creating a natural-looking smile. By filling in the gaps left by missing teeth bridges improve the appearance of your smile.
- Preservation of jaw structure, since missing teeth can lead to bone loss in the jawbone over time, dental bridges help maintain the integrity of the jawbone by providing support.
- Prevention of shifting teeth when an adjacent tooth is missing. Dental bridges fill the gap, and stabilize adjacent teeth, preventing them from shifting out of position.
- Dental bridges help improve oral health by restoring the proper alignment of teeth and facilitating an easier cleaning and maintenance process. They also reduce the risk of gum disease, decay, and other oral health issues associated with gaps between teeth.
- Dental bridges provide comfort and stability since they are fixed in place and do not require removal for cleaning or eating.