Dental bridges are a fixed form of dental restoration. Put more simply, they are false teeth that are used to replace one or more missing teeth. Bridges span gaps in your teeth and, unlike more traditional removable dentures, they are permanent and easy to care for. They are anchored to the adjacent natural teeth at one or both sides using metal bands that are held in place by resin or cement.
Tooth bridges also represent an alternative to dental implants for nervous patients who don’t want to have surgery.
Do I Need Dental Bridges?
You need a dental bridge if you have one or more gaps in your teeth. You should know that a missing tooth isn’t simply a cosmetic concern. A single gap can cause a lot of damage to your surrounding teeth, and ignoring any gaps can put unnecessary strain on your other teeth, and, ultimately, your whole jaw.
A dental bridge is used to solve this problem, usually by fixing a false tooth in the gap and using the natural teeth to hold it in place. The procedure is simple, painless, and a quick solution for anyone with an inconvenient gap in their grin.
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Benefits and Advantages of Dental Bridges
Bridges offer four main advantages that patients should know about. Dental bridges can:
- Improve your physical appearance — Dental bridges have been shown to greatly enhance an individual’s physical appearance. When you replace a missing tooth, you are able to prevent sagging of the soft tissues around your mouth, something that can add years to your face.
- Improve your ability to eat — Critically, tooth bridges can improve your ability to eat. This is especially the case if you have several missing teeth.
- Rectify speech issues — If you are missing teeth, you might notice that your speech has been affected. Getting dental bridges can help to resolve this issue, correcting any related speech problems.
- Prevent jawbone loss — One of the most common causes of jawbone loss is gaps in the teeth that go unreplaced. Your jawbone is preserved through pressure, as well as through the stimulus of chewing. Without this stimulus, your jawbone can be reabsorbed into the body. Patients with dental bridges can prevent such jawbone loss.
How Are Dental Bridges Made? Our Dental Process in Dublin D4
It typically takes two appointments to prepare and fit a dental bridge. During your very first appointment, your adjacent teeth will be trimmed down slightly to accommodate the dental bridge.
An impression will then be taken of the area and the bridge will be custom-made by a specialised lab technician according to our dental expert’s instructions.
In your first appointment, we will also determine the right shade for your bridge and fit a temporary bridge until your new one is ready.
At your second appointment, the temporary bridge will be removed and the new one fitted. Our professional dentist will ensure the fit is comfortable and that you are happy with your appearance.
CEREC One-Day Dentistry
Dental crowns are often used to hold bridges in place. With ground-breaking CEREC technology, we can create custom-made porcelain dental crowns in just one visit. The system uses the latest computer-aided design (CAD) technology and high-grade materials to produce bespoke restorations quickly and accurately. This means no messy impressions, no temporary crowns, no second injections and less time in the dental chair. It also means you’ll benefit from your dental bridges much sooner.
As a forward-thinking practice, Pembroke Dental Ballsbridge has embraced the ultimate in new technology to give our patients the best possible results. We have heavily invested in digital dentistry to make us the most modern dental practice in Dublin D4. The sophisticated CEREC 3D system allows us to provide stunning restorations while you wait. We are one of only a handful of practices in the country to offer same-day CEREC restorations.
Why Should I Pick Pembroke Dental Ballsbridge for My Dental Bridges?
Our team is highly qualified and passionate about good customer service. We go out of our way to make sure our patients feel comfortable and secure, and we have a number of glowing of recommendations from people who are enjoying new, beaming smiles.
“I have had to get a lot of work done on my teeth the past year and Pembroke Dental Ballsbridge has been amazing. I no longer fear the dentist! I highly recommend them.”
— Kellyann Moore
“First time in my life I can say I love my dentist! Amazing job, very friendly and helpful staff.”
— Viola Bergere
If you’re looking for a dentist in Dublin D4 to fit your tooth bridges, get in touch with Pembroke Dental Ballsbridge today. We’ll make you feel at ease and talk you through the process step by step so you know what to expect.
