When you have a more minor case of tooth loss, we can help fill the gaps with a prosthetic that looks natural and does not require oral surgery. With our dental bridges, we can support replacement for one to three missing teeth in a row! In today’s blog, your Shrewsbury, MA, dentist talks about the benefits of a dental bridge.
The Impact of Minor Tooth Loss
Even minor tooth loss need attention, as this gap could cause surrounding teeth to drift from position to create misalignment. Not only does poor alignment change the appearance of your smile but this can make thorough brushing and flossing more difficult, increasing the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. You could also have trouble speaking clearly, issues eating your favorite foods, and could also feel embarrassed about your appearance, which complicates your overall quality of life. Don’t live with a gap in your smile, talk to our team about help with a dental bridge.
Creating Your Custom Prosthetic
A dental bridge consists of new teeth, known as pontics, with crowns on one or both ends. We create them from ceramic, so they can be color matched to blend with your smile, and also handle daily bite forces and pressures with ease. To create them, we start by removing structure from the teeth on each end of the gap in your smile, known as abutment teeth., We then take detailed digital images and impressions of these teeth, which we use in a dental lab to design and craft your custom dental prosthetic.
Securing Your New Teeth
When we have finished creating your custom bridge, we will connect the crown portions to the abutment teeth with a powerful bonding agent. Your new teeth are now secured in place and can last for 10 to 15 years on average, requiring replacement as your jaw ridge gradually changes shape. These are easy to care for and do not need to be removed for cleaning or soaking. Instead, you simply brush and floss them as you would natural teeth, and clean the space between the top of the gums and the bottom of the prosthetic. You can smile with confidence, enjoy your favorite foods, and speak without hesitation.
If you have any questions about how our team will treat tooth loss with a custom-made dental bridge, or if you have questions about avoiding lost teeth entirely, then contact our team today. Along with these, we also offer dental implants and fixed dentures to address missing teeth and restore smiles to optimal health, function, and beauty once again.
Schedule an Appointment for Dental Prosthetics
We want to offer a tooth replacement option that looks completely natural. To find out more about our custom dental prosthetics, call our Shrewsbury/Grafton, MA area dental office at 508-842-8838. You deserve a full smile and good oral health, and we’re ready to help you tackle your tooth loss with a replacement option!
