Dental bridges are a restorative dentistry option that is commonly used to restore one, two, or three consecutive missing teeth. The prosthetic “bridges” the gap in your smile to restore the balance of your bite and the appearance of your teeth.
Our Mission, BC dental office offers bridges that can be customized to meet your oral health needs and budget.
If your current bridge is loose or damaged, one of our doctors can repair or replace your prosthetic in our comfortable office.
If you are missing one tooth or two consecutive teeth, you may be a suitable candidate for a dental bridge. Before placing a dental bridge, Dr. Shergill will treat any oral health issues, such as cavities or gum disease, to ensure the bridge placement is successful.
Additionally, those who want a traditional dental bridge must have two healthy teeth (one on each side of the gap) that can support dental crowns. Patients who do not have teeth that can support crowns may require dental implants.
If you are missing multiple teeth in various areas of your upper or lower jaw, you may be a good candidate for a partial denture or a full denture if you are missing an entire arch of teeth.
Dental implant placement requires healthy jawbone tissue that can support one or more dental implants. If you are seeking an implant-retained bridge, one of our doctors will use digital x-rays and other forms of imaging to establish your candidacy for implants. Those who have suffered jawbone atrophy may require a bone graft to regain candidacy for dental implants.
To receive a traditional dental bridge, two of your teeth will need to be prepared to receive dental crowns. Prepping requires the removal of natural tooth structure so the crown can rest over the tooth without protruding. One of our doctors will begin by using local anesthesia to numb the treatment site. Our office also offers oral sedation that can place you in a deep and relaxed state throughout the treatment.
Once your teeth are prepped, a digital impression of your teeth will be made, and you will be given a temporary crown while your new restoration is fabricated by a trusted lab. When the new bridge arrives at our office (typically after a few weeks), a final appointment will be set to place your bridge. One of our dentists will ensure that the bridge fits snugly before cementing the prosthetic over your abutment teeth.
Implant-retained bridges attach to two or more dental implants. A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically placed in the jaw.
Once you feel comfortable, an incision will be made in your gums. Once the underlying jawbone has been reached, a surgical-grade implant will be placed in the jaw. Over the next three to four months, the bone surrounding the implant will fuse with the post.
Once your jaw is fully healed, you will be fitted with a dental bridge that attaches to the implant. Many of our patients report that implant-retained prosthetics feel and function just like natural teeth.
To learn if a dental bridge is right for you, contact our friendly dental team today! Call (604) 820-8702 to schedule your appointment.
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Mission, BC V2V 1A3
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