What is a dental bridge and when do you need one?
When one or more teeth are missing, a dental bridge is used to “bridge the gap” created by the missing tooth or teeth. The dental bridge replaces the missing teeth with artificial teeth that are supported by the natural teeth on either ends of the gap.
What are the benefits of a dental bridge?
When one or more teeth are missing, the overall appearance of your smile is most obviously affected. A dental bridge can restore your smile back to its natural appearance.
Beyond affecting the appearance of your smile, a gap between your teeth can also affect your overall dental health. A dental bridge ensures that your dental health is at its best by:
- Restoring your ability to properly chew and speak;
- Helping to maintain the shape of your face;
- Helping to distribute the forces in your bite properly;
- And preventing the remaining teeth from drifting out of position and into the gap.