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Restore Your Smile with Durable Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth and restoring the appearance and function of your smile. At Hollon & Taylor Dental Fairhope, we offer high-quality, custom dental bridges that help fill the gap left by missing teeth. A dental bridge is designed to "bridge" the gap by using neighboring teeth for support, creating a seamless and natural-looking replacement for your missing tooth.
Whether you're missing a single tooth or multiple teeth, dental bridges can restore your smile and help you regain your confidence.
What Are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth. The bridge is made up of a false tooth (pontic) that is supported by dental crowns placed on the adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. Bridges are custom-designed to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, ensuring a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing result.
Bridges can be made from various materials, including porcelain, metal, or a combination of both, depending on your preferences and needs.
How Dental Bridges Work
Dental bridges are a non-invasive and efficient solution to replace missing teeth. Here’s how the process typically works:
- Initial Consultation and Examination: Your dentist will assess your oral health, take X-rays, and determine the best course of action for replacing your missing tooth or teeth. They will also discuss the different materials and options available for your dental bridge.
- Preparation of Adjacent Teeth: To ensure the bridge fits properly, your dentist will prepare the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth by removing a small amount of enamel. This allows the crowns to fit comfortably and securely over these teeth.
- Impressions and Bridge Fabrication: Impressions of your teeth will be taken, which will be used to create a custom dental bridge that perfectly fits your mouth. This may take a few weeks, so a temporary bridge will be placed while the permanent bridge is being made.
- Fitting and Bonding the Bridge: Once your permanent bridge is ready, your dentist will carefully place it and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a perfect fit. Once you and your dentist are satisfied with the fit and appearance, the bridge will be securely bonded into place.
Benefits of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges offer several important benefits, including:
- Restore Function: A dental bridge restores the ability to chew, speak, and bite normally, making everyday tasks much easier.
- Improve Appearance: A bridge fills the gap left by missing teeth, improving the aesthetics of your smile and boosting your confidence.
- Prevent Teeth Shifting: Replacing missing teeth with a dental bridge prevents adjacent teeth from shifting out of place, which can lead to misalignment and further dental problems.
- Durable and Long-Lasting: Dental bridges are made from high-quality materials, ensuring that they last for many years with proper care.
- Comfortable and Natural-Looking: With a custom-made dental bridge, the replacement tooth feels and looks like a natural part of your smile.
At Hollon & Taylor Dental Fairhope, we create dental bridges that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, ensuring a comfortable and functional solution for your missing teeth.
Schedule Your Dental Bridge Consultation
If you're missing teeth and looking for a durable and aesthetic solution, a dental bridge may be the right choice for you. Contact Hollon & Taylor Dental Fairhope today to schedule your consultation and find out how dental bridges can restore your smile and improve your oral health.