A bridge is commonly used when a patient has missing teeth. They work by placing crowns on the teeth immediately beside the gap in question. The replacement tooth is then attached to these new crown-covered teeth, known as abutments, and is cemented into place. Much like the aforementioned crowns, bridges can be created out of a variety of material. Generally, however, both the caps and the replacement tooth itself are created out of porcelain or composite material that can be color matched to your natural teeth.
Dental crowns and bridges are used in a variety of situations. Let’s say that you experience some kind of trauma to your teeth and end up with one that is misshapen and discolored. In order to help protect this damaged tooth, a crown can be placed over it. This not only helps strengthen the tooth, but also allows you maintain the appearance of your smile. If you need to have a tooth extracted for some reason or otherwise lose a natural tooth, a bridge is a cost-effective option to help maintain the structural integrity of your mouth and prevent your remaining teeth from drifting around. Much like crowns, dental bridges can also be used to help maintain the appearance of your smile while also providing dental benefits at the same time.
When properly cared for, your dental bridges and crowns can last for well over a decade.
Are you interested in learning more about how dental bridges and crowns can help your smile? Contact us today! Our experienced staff is happy to answer your questions.
