Do you or your loved ones want to replace missing teeth with a dental bridge? Family Dental Center of Manteca provides high-quality dental bridges in Manteca, California. Drs. Mircea Mitu and George D’Louhy combine artistry and state-of-the-art materials to create durable, functional, aesthetically appealing dental bridges. Whether you have lost teeth in the front or back, you can trust our dental team for exceptional outcomes.
What is the dental bridge process?
A dental bridge fills the gap between two teeth and is anchored by dental crowns on either side. The artificial teeth (pontics) can be created from gold, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. We prefer porcelain bridges because they strike an optimal balance between functionality and aesthetics.
Dental bridges can replace a single tooth or several teeth in a row. Here’s how the process looks.
- Consultation: The dentist will examine your mouth gaps and the health of the remaining teeth to determine your suitability for dental bridges. If not, we’ll recommend other teeth replacements for sustainable outcomes.
- Preparation: Similar to the crown preparation, the neighboring teeth (abutments) will be reshaped to accommodate the crowns holding the bridge.
- Impressions: We’ll take digital scans of your gap and prepped teeth. This step is critical to ensure your bridge is custom-created to achieve optimal function, comfort, and alignment. While waiting for the lab to create your permanent bridge, we’ll place a temporary bridge to protect your prepped teeth.
- Bridge placement: You’ll visit our office to place your new bridge. A few adjustments are always necessary to achieve a comfortable fit. Dental bridges restore your oral function and aesthetics to near perfection.
Once the bridge is in place, it requires the same maintenance as your natural teeth. Optimal care ensures your bridge and remaining teeth keep looking and feeling their best.
What are the benefits of dental bridges?
Dental bridges are a popular alternative to dentures and dental implants. The following are why dental bridges are an excellent choice for replacing missing/failing teeth.
- Natural aesthetics: Dental bridges are created to match your natural teeth’ color, size, and shape. Bridges offer a seamless and natural appearance.
- Improved oral function: Missing teeth affect your speaking ability and diminish your chewing efficiency, limiting you to soft, easy-to-chew foods. Dental bridges restore your oral function to nearly 100%, restoring your quality of life.
- Prevent teeth from shifting: When you lose even a single tooth, the nearby teeth may tilt into the edentulous space, affecting your bite alignment. Bridges stabilize your teeth to maintain your optimal bite.
- Durability: Our dental bridges are crafted from durable, high-quality materials to withstand daily wear. With proper care, they can last 10–15 years, offering a reliable, long-term solution for replacing missing teeth.
- Simple maintenance: Dental bridges are maintained like natural teeth—you don’t need to learn new teeth-cleaning skills. Brush and floss your teeth as you usually do. Visit your dentist every six months or sooner for regular check-ups and cleanings.
- Non-surgical solution: Unlike implants, a bridge does not require surgery, making it a quicker and less invasive option for replacing missing teeth.
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