Dental Bridges – Altavista, VA
Bridge the Gaps In Your Smile
We try to save your natural teeth whenever we can, but sometimes there simply is no choice other than to replace them. If you have only lost one tooth or multiple teeth in a row, our team at Miller & Wolf Family Dentistry may suggest a dental bridge. This time-tested treatment can help you reclaim a complete, confident grin. If you think your smile might benefit from a dental bridge, reach out to us as soon as possible.
Why Choose Miller & Wolf Family Dentistry for Dental Bridges?
- High-Quality, Long-Lasting Materials
- Carefully Customized Replacement Teeth
- Practice That Welcomes Dental Insurance
What is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is often recommended when there’s a single gap in your smile to fill. To create a dental bridge, a pair of dental crowns will be combined with a specific number of artificial teeth. While the crowns will be used to keep the dental bridge anchored in place, the artificial teeth are what will allow you to regain a complete smile. Each dental bridge can be personalized in order to blend in with the rest of the patient’s mouth.
Types of Dental Bridges
Will you get a traditional dental bridge that uses your natural teeth for support? Or would you like a more modern tooth replacement solution in the form of an implant bridge? By examining your mouth and considering your situation carefully, we can help you determine which type of bridge is right for you.
Traditional Dental Bridge
Our team will need to make sure that the teeth on either side of the gap in your smile are healthy; if they are, you could be a candidate for a traditional dental bridge. This is often a good option if at least one tooth is missing.
Implant Bridge
Two dental implants can act as artificial roots for your implant bridge; as such, they can offer many benefits such as preventing bone loss. We may suggest an implant bridge if you have lost at least three teeth in a row. Note that we’ll need to confirm that there’s enough bone density in your jaw for dental implant placement.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
Having a dental bridge placed means that the empty space in your smile will be completely filled. This means that you won’t have to worry about your remaining teeth drifting out of position and throwing off the alignment of your smile.
There are many other notable advantages of getting a dental bridge. For example:
- You will feel more confident about showing off your grin after having an unsightly gap filled with a natural-looking dental bridge.
- Taking care of a dental bridge is as simple as brushing and flossing it.
As long as your dental bridge is properly maintained, it can last for many years.