Dental Bridges – Wayland, MA
You Don’t Need to Leave Your Smile Incomplete
When a tooth is lost, simple tasks like chewing your favorite foods and speaking clearly can become more difficult, and you may become less confident in the appearance of your smile. Here at Wayland Dental, Dr. Putt, Dr. Dines, and Dr. Braga can fill in a gap in your grin with a dental bridge, allowing you to once again face life with a complete set of teeth. If you read on, you can learn more about this tooth replacement option; you can also call us if you would like to schedule a visit with our team to find a solution for your tooth loss.
Why Choose Wayland Dental for Dental Bridges?
- Long-Lasting, Natural-Looking Materials
- Multiple Caring, Knowledgeable Dentists
- Various Dental Insurance Plans Accepted
What is a Dental Bridge?
Dental bridges are created by combining two crowns with one or more pontics (which are artificial teeth). The parts of the bridge serve different functions; the pontics are what will ultimately fill in the empty space left in your smile while the crowns will ensure that the prosthesis stays anchored in place.
Oftentimes, a dental bridge is used to replace just one missing tooth. However, if two or more teeth that were right next to each other have been lost, a bridge remains a viable option for re-completing your grin.
Types of Dental Bridges
There are two main types of dental bridges that you can get: traditional bridges and implant bridges. Which one is the best choice for your smile? That’s a question that we can help you answer once we have examined your teeth. Here are the basics of what you need to know about the types of bridges available at our practice.
Traditional Dental Bridge
A traditional dental bridge is attached to the teeth on either side of the gap being filled. Note that we’ll need to make sure that your teeth are in good enough condition to support the prosthesis. Our team might suggest a traditional dental bridge if you have lost at least one tooth.
Implant Bridge
For this tooth replacement option, a pair of dental implant posts will be inserted into your jaw. Said posts will act as artificial tooth roots for your dental bridge, giving them extra strength and stability. An implant bridge may be worth considering in cases where three or more consecutive teeth need to be replaced.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
Getting a dental bridge to re-complete your smile can be an excellent decision for a number of reasons:
- The bridge will help the teeth you still have stay properly aligned.
- Thanks to the materials used to create the prosthesis, your dental bridge will resemble your natural teeth so closely that most people will not be able to tell the difference.
- Taking care of a dental bridge is very easy.
- A properly-maintained dental bridge can often last around 10 to 15 years.