Dental Bridge Treatment in Buffalo, NY
Dental bridge treatment can be a great option for patients looking to fill gaps from a missing tooth, or multiple teeth. Whether you are trying to help improve your aesthetic smile, or want to help provide ample chewing surface so you can enjoy that steak again, dental bridge treatment can help you achieve both. Dental bridges can also be more affordable than dental implants for those on a budget. Keep reading to learn more about the dental bridge options available at Teach Dental Group.
Am I A Good Candidate For Dental Bridge Treatment?
Dental bridges can be used in the mouth as long as the adjacent teeth are strong enough to support the dental bridge. If the adjacent teeth are weak, fractured, or otherwise unable to provide support to a bridge, a dental implant is the state-of-the-art option to replace a single missing tooth, as it does not involve the adjacent teeth. If you are unsure if you are a good candidate for dental bridge treatment, contact us today to arrange a free consultation. We will go over all of your options and provide the information you need to make an informed decision about your oral health.
What Are Fixed Dental Bridges?
A fixed dental bridge is a bridge that is placed by reducing the adjacent teeth, taking an impression, making a metal framework, and then firing porcelain to the surface to make the porcelain tooth-colored. The dental bridge is then cemented in the mouth and cannot be removed by the patient.
What Is A Cantilever Dental Bridge?
The difference between a regular fixed bridge and a cantilever bridge is that a cantilever dental bridge is only attached to one abutment tooth. These bridges are only used in certain limited situations where there cannot be too much stress on the pontic (the false tooth). Keep reading to learn about more types of dental bridge treatment we offer at Teach Dental Group.
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What Are Resin-Bonded Bridges?
The benefit of a resin-bonded bridge is that the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth are not reduced to pegs; there is typically minimal or no reduction necessary. The difference between a resin-bonded and a fixed bridge thus lies in the support of the adjacent teeth.
How Long Do Dental Bridges Last?
A dental bridge placed properly in the mouth can last for one to two decades, if not longer, as long as the patient takes proper care of the teeth. There is a persistent misunderstanding that a dental bridge cannot decay or break down. Proper home care, keeping the adjacent teeth clean, and flossing underneath the bridge are necessary to extend the length of that bridge. If you or a loved one is interested in dental bridge treatment, schedule a free consultation at Teach Dental Group and let our family take care of yours. With over 40 years of experience, we have been serving the West Seneca and greater Buffalo community we know and love.
If you would like to get a dental bridge treatment, please call our Buffalo dentist today for a free consultation.
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