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General information
Dental bridges are false teeth
used to fill gaps where a tooth
has fallen out in order to
improve the look and function of
the teeth.
Teeth can fall out due to
disease, decay and physical
trauma, but bridges can be
inserted to reconstruct a
person’s smile and make sure
that they don’t suffer any of
the negative effects associated
with tooth loss.
Dental bridges are most
effective for people who have
only a few missing teeth because
when they are inserted they are
usually anchored to surrounding
natural teeth.
Fixed bridges are the most
common type of bridge. When this
type of bridge is inserted the
two surrounding teeth must be
affixed with crowns to hold it
in place.
If your fixed bridges are well
constructed, then they should
appear entirely natural, and
restore function to the area.
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The step to success
Caring for dental
bridges is extremely important
when it comes to maintaining a
healthy smile. When you first
decides to get a dental bridge
you will initially visit our
dental specialist to have your
teeth prepared to for the
bridge. At this time a temporary
plastic tooth will be affixed
where the bridge will eventually
go to keep the teeth from
shifting. Caring for dental
bridges begins when this
temporary tooth is inserted.
During this time you should be
sure to stay away from any foods
that are hard or sticky that may
damage or dislodge this
temporary tooth.
After the permanent bridge is
affixed diligent cleaning and
care will ensure that the bridge
lasts for years and does not
have to be replaced. Caring for
dental bridges over the years
means always ensuring that they
are regularly brushed and
flossed with extra care taken
where bridges and natural teeth
meet.
Similar to natural teeth, proper
brushing and flossing will
ensure that your bridges look
great and last for years.
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