Dental Bridges

Bothell, WA Dental Bridges

Affordable Family Dentistry Dental Bridges

When most people hear the word “bridge,” they instantly think of a silver structure that takes you over a body of water, such as a river or lake. It connects one area of land to another. However, a bridge still connects one thing to another when it comes to dentistry, but there is no water involved. A dental bridge goes over a vacant dental area because a tooth is missing. It helps to secure the teeth on each side of the open space.

A bridge has many different purposes:

It restores your ability to chew or talk

It helps make your smile look complete and healthy again

It stops a dental gap from getting any larger

It decreases the risk of your teeth becoming infected or decay

A bridge has two dental caps that are put on the each side of a dental gap. However, a lot of false teeth must fill the dental gap. These false teeth are known as pontics.

A healthy smile builds self-confidence and a positive mindset.

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There are three types of Dental Bridges in Bothell, WA

Maryland bonded dental bridges are made with resin or plastic. A metal framework supports them, and this framework is attached to your gums. Metal flanges are on each end and are connected to your other abutment teeth. Abutment teeth are the teeth that are on each side of the dental gap.

Cantilever bridges are utilized when there is only one abutment tooth for the dental bridge to attach to.

Traditional bridges are the most common type of dental bridge. They have two abutment teeth and at least one pontic tooth. They are made with metal and porcelain, so they are solid. This mixture also makes your teeth look more natural.

Getting a dental bridge is not a difficult or inconvenient dental procedure to perform. It only takes the dentists in our Bothell office two visits to do this for you. During the first visit, they will prepare the abutment teeth and make impression molds. During the second visit, the bridge is analyzed and then put in. Some patients may require more than two visits if the bridge requires additional maintenance.

The materials that make up your dental bridges are based upon different things. For instance, where will your bridge be installed? What is your dental condition? How much money are you willing to pay for a new bridge? Remember that bridges are made with zirconia, steel, alumina, porcelain, or even gold.

An alternative to a dental implant may be a dental bridge for you? Contact Affordable Family Dentistry today!