A Complete Guide to Dental Bridges

As the name suggests, dental bridges find applications to bridge the gap between teeth. Traditionally, dental bridges are placed by creating a crown for the tooth on either side of the missing tooth. Now a false tooth is placed in between the teeth. This way, the gap that has been created due to a tooth loss can be sealed effectively.

Another type of dental bridge is a cantilever bridge, which is used when teeth are available on only one side of the gap. Dental bridges are false teeth, also known as pontic, and can be made from different materials like gold or porcelain to blend with the natural teeth.

Dental Bridge Types

There might be various reasons that would lead to the loss of a tooth. Apart from the natural reason for aging, dental cavities, or even dental trauma might lead to teeth loss. Irrespective of the age, gaps between teeth is something that can dent your confidence level. Moreover, gaps between teeth affect your speaking ability and chewing.

Dental bridges are an efficient way to bridge the gap between teeth. Broadly the dental bridges can be classified into four types.

1. 1. Traditional Dental BridgesAmong all dental bridges, the traditional dental bridges are most common and comprise of one or more fake tooth, held together by a dental crown. Also known as abutments, the dental crowns are cemented onto the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth.

      Traditional dental bridges come into the application when you have teeth on either side of the gap. To fix the conventional dental bridges, the enamel of the adjacent tooth has to be removed to ensure the placing of the crown. The loss of enamel is permanent, and these adjacent teeth need to be protected with a crown.

   2. Cantilever BridgesThe cantilever bridge is another way how you can replace the missing tooth and fix the gap between teeth. Here the pontic is supported by an abutment on only one side. A cantilever bridge may be used to fix the gap between the molar teeth.

      The adjacent tooth will lose a layer of enamel to fix the bridge, and it should be sufficiently strong withstand the dental bridge.

   3. Maryland BridgesA conservative alternative to traditional dental bridges is the Maryland bridge. Here the pontic is held in the gap between two teeth by porcelain or metal framework. The framework is bonded onto the back of the two teeth adjacent to the missing tooth. Maryland bridges are not held in place by crowns, and the enamel need not be scrapped.
   4. Implant-Supported BridgesWhen you lose a number of teeth and the gap is huge, the implant-supported bridges come into application. This new era dental bridges are supported by dental implants and not by crowns. For every missing tooth, a dental implant is placed, and the series of implants hold the dental bridge in place.

      Most secure and comfortable among all dental bridges, you can feel secure and comfortable, resembling the natural teeth.

      The innovative technologies are used in general and implant dentistry with great effects at Soni Smiles.

How Much Does Dental Bridge Costs?

The cost of a dental bridge is dependent on the type of dental bridge you chose. The traditional and cantilever dental bridges cost varies from $2000 to $5000 for one pontic.

The cost of Maryland bridges ranges from $1500 to $2500 for a single pontic. Most of the dental insurance firms cover the expenditure of dental bridges.

Why Use Dental Bridge?

Dental bridges are the latest introduction in dentistry to plug the gaps in between teeth. A number of eminent dentists are available at Clearwater, FL, Lakeview Road. Dental bridges might be used for: –

1. 1. • Restoring your lost smile.
      • To maintain the shape of your face.
      • To restore the ability to chew and speak properly.
      • To prevent the remaining teeth from falling apart.

Longevity and Care

Dental bridges are known to last for fifteen years or even longer. Maintaining good oral hygiene increases the lifespan of dental bridges.
You can gently move a spongy floss between the base od the dental bridge and the gum to remove the plaque under the false tooth. Sliding un and down the false tooth to clean it of any pigmentation also helps.

It is evident that your teeth have to be strong to support the dental bridges. Using an antiseptic mouthwash can also keep further cavities at bay. No matter what your dental issues are, we can help you retain your smile. Contact us today for a consultation.