If you are interested in a solution for one or more missing teeth, a dental bridge might be right for you! West Peaks Dental Suite is pleased to offer this very natural looking restoration option that can replace one or more missing teeth and give you the smile you have always wanted!
A dental bridge, also known as a fixed partial denture, is a restoration option that is used to replace one or more teeth in the same area. A collection of interconnecting crowns that can be used to restore missing or severely damaged teeth, dental bridges use abutment teeth to anchor the bridge to, essentially “bridging” or filling in the gap that is left behind from a missing tooth by placing a false tooth in the area that the gap is. Dental bridges are shaped and coloured just like your natural teeth, so they seamlessly blend in with the rest of your mouth! Adjacent teeth will need to be trimmed down and crowned so that the bridge remains in place and your overall bite is stabilized. This results in a strong, durable, and aesthetically pleasing solution for missing teeth that can offer your smile back to its original state!
While you might think that some missing teeth is only a minor issue, this can in fact cause serious problems. Over time, missing teeth can cause your teeth to actually move out of position in your mouth, which can adversely affect your bite, as well as lead to the loss of even more teeth, gum disease, and severe tooth decay. You may even suffer from migraines as a result of your dental problems. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, a visit to your dentist will determine if you are a candidate for dental bridgework.
Abutment teeth used to support the bridge may become overloaded due to the stress placed on them, as two teeth are required to perform the work of three, and so on. The difficulty of adequately cleaning under a false tooth can also lead to the development of cavities or problems with gum tissue. Finally, it should be noted that dental bridges might be costly when compared to dentures for example, with the cost not being fully covered by your insurance company.
If your confidence has been affected because of one or more missing teeth, a dental bridge might be the solution for you. If you would like to learn more about dental bridges, or you are wondering whether you would be a good candidate for a dental bridge, please do not hesitate to contact us (403) 281-4264 and we will be happy to help!
Providing general and family dental services to the SW Calgary neighborhoods of Palliser, Pumphill, Braeside, Cederbrae, Bayview, Southwood, Canyon Meadows, Oakridge, Woodbine, Woodlands, Haysboro, Southwood & Surrounding Southwest Calgary Areas.
