Conceal the gaps from missing teeth quickly
Dental Bridges (Tooth Bridges)
A dental bridge is a permanent replacement for missing teeth. It is made up of two or more crowns that are bonded over your natural teeth on either side of the missing teeth to act as anchors for the replacement tooth.
Bridges help to maintain shape of the face, prevent teeth from drifting, restore chewing and speaking ability and your smile. They can be used on natural teeth or dental implants.
Dental bridges are also much more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable than removable dentures. They do not move when in use.
What are the benefits of Dental Bridges?
- They restore your smile and confidence.
- They improve your ability to chew and speak comfortably. You will be able to resume to a normal diet.
- They maintain the shape and appearance of your face.
- They help in even distribution of forces throughout the jaw during chewing.
- Prevent remaining natural teeth from drifting out of position.
What are Dental Bridges made of?
A dental bridge or tooth bridge can be made of metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, or full-ceramic (Porcelain), suiting anyone’s needs and budget.
Metal Bridge tend to last the longest, rarely chipping or breaking, and cause minimum wear to the opposing teeth. Because of their colour, these bridges are best used for molars or posterior teeth.
Porcelain-fused-to-metal Bridge can be colour-matched to the natural tooth. These bridges have a metal base that can be completely or partially covered by porcelain, depending on the patient’s occlusion, tooth height and function.
All Ceramic (Porcelain Bridges) (Metal Free Bridges) provide the best natural colour-match and translucency. They are most often used for front teeth. All ceramic bridges are available in Lithium Disillicate (EMAX) or Zirconia (LAVA, BRUXIR etc.).
What is the process of getting a Dental Bridge?
The process of getting your dental bridge involves 2 to more visits, which entails:
- Tooth preparation to remove decay and damage, and create a good foundation
- An impression (mould) is taken
- A temporary restoration is placed depending on the need
- The final tooth bridge is created in the dental laboratory
- The tooth bridge is checked for fit and aesthetics, and cemented/fixed
Why should I replace missing teeth?
Most important reason to replace missing teeth is your face appearance
The gap left by a missing tooth can cause more strain while chewing with remaining teeth on either side. The gap can also affect your bite. Because the teeth next to the space can lean into the gap and change the way the upper and lower teeth bite together. This can then lead to food getting packed into the gap, which causes tooth decay and gum disease.
If you are looking for dentist in Mysore for your dental issues like missing teeth etc dental bridges or dental implants or dentures, could be the right options for you. The Life Care Dental Clinic Mysore uses all-ceramic (Metal free) dental restorations that are strong and aesthetically-pleasing. You and contact us or book and appointment with us, we are happy to answer any questions you might have!