Bridges
Dental bridges are a great way to replace missing teeth. Your existing teeth are used to literally create a bridge to cross the area where your tooth is missing. Bridges are made from gold, other metal alloys, or porcelain to ensure that they are strong and durable.
Procedure
Your comfort is our upmost concern and will be continually addressed. There are normally two visits involved:
1. The procedure begins with preparation of the natural teeth, or abutments. We will precisely shape the adjacent (abutment) teeth so that the ends of the bridge will fit comfortably on each one. The next step is to take an impression of the area. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or unattractive tooth. This is roughly a 2 hour visit.
2. During your second visit to the office, we will remove the temporary and try in the bridge. As long as everything fits perfectly and the cosmetics are exact, we will proceed with cementing your new bridge providing you with a beautifully restored smile. Sometimes we will need to re-cement your temporary and alter your bridge to make it perfect. We strive for perfection! This appointment is roughly 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Procedure
Your comfort is our upmost concern and will be continually addressed. There are normally two visits involved:
1. The procedure begins with preparation of the natural teeth, or abutments. We will precisely shape the adjacent (abutment) teeth so that the ends of the bridge will fit comfortably on each one. The next step is to take an impression of the area. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or unattractive tooth. This is roughly a 2 hour visit.
2. During your second visit to the office, we will remove the temporary and try in the bridge. As long as everything fits perfectly and the cosmetics are exact, we will proceed with cementing your new bridge providing you with a beautifully restored smile. Sometimes we will need to re-cement your temporary and alter your bridge to make it perfect. We strive for perfection! This appointment is roughly 45 minutes to 1 hour.