Dental Bridges

A Bridge

A bridge is a device used to replace missing teeth. It attaches artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth, called abutment teeth. Bridges are permanently attached (fixed bridges). Missing teeth can and should be replaced. Fixed bridges are a great way to restore your dental health and appearance.

What exactly is a bridge or fixed partial denture?


Why do I need a bridge?


When a tooth is lost the adjacent teeth tend to tilt into the gap that was left. Also the opposing tooth in the opposite jaw will start to over erupt because there is no partner. If these three teeth start moving they will become mobile and periodontal pockets will develop around them. A periodontal pocket is when the gum around a tooth loses attachment and becomes a breeding ground fa all kinds of bacteria. The deeper the pocket becomes the worse the infection will become and make the pocket even deeper. This will eventually lead to severe bone loss around the tooth causing mobility and eventually tooth loss.


How is a bridge attached?

If the bridge cannot be made in a single visit by using the Cerec machine the procedure will take two appointments to complete.
At the first appointment, Dr. Madden will prepare the teeth on either side of the gap by removing a portion of the enamel and dentine. A Temporary bridge will then be made



See here how we go about attaching your bridge

What materials are used?


How do I take care of my bridge?




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