Millions of Americans experience tooth loss, significantly impacting their quality of life by affecting their appearance, and how they bite, chew, and speak. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with gaps in your smile forever. Dr. Upton is proud to offer dental bridges to seamlessly replace one or more missing teeth. If you’d like to learn more about this method of tooth replacement, continue reading or schedule a consultation with Arrowhead Dentistry today.
A dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic composed of one or more interconnected dental crowns. Made from natural-looking materials such as ceramic and porcelain, it uses two natural teeth as anchors to fill the gap left by missing teeth. This restoration allows you to chew, smile, and speak confidently after tooth loss, while also preventing surrounding teeth from shifting out of place.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Upton will conduct a comprehensive oral examination to determine the best treatment option for you. He’ll ask about your specific goals and review your medical and oral health history. Afterward, he’ll recommend one of the following solutions:
A traditional dental bridge is designed to replace one or more adjacent missing teeth. This prosthetic is anchored in your mouth using dental crowns. It’s worth noting that this option involves modifying your natural teeth to support the bridge.
For a more durable solution, we offer implant bridges. These are secured using dental implants instead of crowns. Titanium posts are surgically inserted on either side of the gap in your smile. Once they’ve fused with the jawbone through osseointegration, a dental bridge is attached to the implants to replace your missing teeth. This method requires no alteration of your existing teeth.
With dental bridges, you can enjoy a range of benefits, including: