A dental bridge is a prosthetic that replaces one or more missing teeth. Traditionally, the dental bridge is connected to healthy teeth using dental crowns. However, some dental bridges are fixed in place using a dental implant post secured to the jaw.
Your dentist will evaluate your case and help you determine the best long-term dental bridge option. It’s important to remember that supporting teeth must be healthy to support a traditional dental bridge.
About Dental Bridges in Maple Ridge, BC
Here are a few facts about the dental bridge:
- It can last for a decade or more with proper upkeep.
- It restores your bite force.
- It prevents tooth migration.
- It restores oral function.
- It is always custom-crafted
- Only your dentist can remove a dental bridge
Getting a Dental Bridge: The Steps
First, the dentist assesses your tooth loss and the health of neighbouring teeth to ensure a traditional bridge is the right option. If you move forward with the dental bridge, the dentist treats the teeth on either side of the bridge for crown placement, takes impressions, and uses the results to fabricate your prosthetic.
Before placing the bridge between the treated teeth via crowns, we make final adjustments for fit and finish.
Dental Bridge Care and Upkeep
Your dentist in Maple Ridge, BC, or a member of our dental team, will discuss bridge upkeep with you and recommend the appropriate supplies. Fortunately, maintenance is simple.
You’ll need a floss threader or water floss to clear debris from the gumline and a special cleaning brush to keep your prosthetic clean and odourless.
It’s also crucial to continue seeing the dentist regularly for dental checkups and teeth cleanings.
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You deserve a full and functional smile. To learn more or to schedule an assessment with the dentist, call us today at (604) 210-5705.