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The most conservative approach when attempting to replace a missing tooth is a bonded bridge, often referred to as a Maryland bridge. An impression of the area is taken and a new tooth (referred to as a pontic) is formed. Attached to the pontic on either side are abutments (or
wings) that will support the pontic. The most common type of Maryland bridge uses abutments that are cemented on the backside of the adjoining teeth and hold the pontic in a place where the missing tooth used to be. The adjacent teeth may need to be slightly modified to accept the wings of the pontic. The advantage of this type of procedure is that you are not having to put full coverage crowns on the adjoining teeth.
Fixed Bridge
A bridge may be used to replace a single tooth. A bridge consists of both a false tooth, called a pontic, and the anchors (abutment crowns) that support the pontic. The entire structure spans the space vacated by the missing tooth.
Neighboring tooth structure is removed, shaping them to receive an anchor crown. An impression is then taken and sent to a dental lab where they fabricate the bridge.
The structure part of the bridge is created with a strong metal alloy that can handle the anticipated stresses.
Tooth-like porcelain is then fused to the structure. Once the bridge is tested for a correct fit, the anchor crowns are cemented to the neighboring teeth.
Ball Dentistry Reviews
Dr Andrea Ball and her staff are excellent. She truly gives you pall the information and all the options. I highly recommend Ball Denistry!!!
Autumn was fantastic at her work and her personality. Repaired some damage to a front tooth and made it look better than originally. And Dr Smith was fast and gentle to get tooth ready. Didn't even feel the shot. Thank you both for restoration of my smile
After 40 years and several other dentists, I’m overjoyed to find Dr Andrea Ball and her very caring staff! Everyone at the office is so friendly and compassionate…I’m finally over my total fear of dental work (she’s painless!). It really shows how much she totally cares and loves what she does. I can’t forget to mention all of the aesthetics that are offered at this beautiful office. They really do care about the “full face”. Somehow, everyone makes it a fun experience!! If you can’t tell…..I highly recommend!
Been going here for a few years now and have had a good experience. Recently had to get a wisdom tooth pulled. All of my wisdom teeth had grown in normally and my dentist Rachel understood I was fine keeping them, unless something caused the need for one to be pulled. One finely got a cavity and she scheduled me to get it pulled with Craig Ball. Let me just say the staff is sooo nice, and welcoming. I’ve never experienced a nicer group of people that listen to your needs and are willing to work with you. Craig was so nice and I appreciated him talking through it all and making sure I was good with everything. And the dental assistant was so detailed and helpful. Getting a tooth pulled is never a fun experience but I could not recommend them more for making me feel comfortable, doing a wonderful job that I couldn’t even feel it and just being very thoughtful in the entire process. Could not recommend a better dental office to visit.
Service was amazing. The office was very efficient and made the process easy.
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How do I take care of a dental bridge?
To maintain a dental bridge, brush, and floss regularly, use an interdental brush or floss threader for cleaning underneath the pontic, avoid chewing hard or sticky foods, and attend regular dental check-ups for professional cleaning and examination.
Is getting a dental bridge painful?
Typically, the procedure for getting a dental bridge is not painful as it's performed under local anesthesia. However, some patients may experience mild discomfort or sensitivity after the procedure, which usually subsides within a few days.
Can anyone get a dental bridge?
Not everyone is an ideal candidate for a dental bridge. A thorough dental examination by a dentist is necessary to determine if you have sufficient healthy teeth or bone structure to support the bridge. Individuals with certain oral health conditions may need alternative solutions.