Porcelain Bridges
Learn More About Our Porcelain Bridges Services
The professional dental team at Laurel Smile Design in Laurel, MD, has been finding solutions to our patients’ dental issues for years. When it comes to replacing a missing tooth, porcelain bridges are a trusted, natural-looking option we consider depending on your needs. A dental bridge is a prosthetic device used to anchor a false tooth to the two healthy teeth surrounding it. By grounding the false tooth to two healthy teeth, you’re able to maintain a natural-looking, fully functional smile. Led by Dr. Amna Choudhary and Dr. Sunny Choudhary, our team is here to help you find the right solution for your smile.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
Having dental bridge work done is a relatively simple procedure. A bridge takes the place of a tooth that had to be removed or was lost. After extraction, a false tooth made from durable, natural-looking material is placed in the space. A crown is placed over each of the two teeth surrounding the false tooth, which is then “bridged” by the dental bridge.
It’s added for extra security and function, literally creating a bridge over your natural teeth and the false tooth. Dental bridge procedures generally occur over a few office visits, depending on your specific situation. A tooth bridge has many functions, which depend on each person’s particular situation:
- To maintain a healthy-looking smile.
- To make chewing and speaking easier.
- To prevent increased wear and tear on remaining healthy teeth.
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Dental Bridges: Restoring Your Smile, One Gap at a Time
Whenever you cruise across a bridge over the water, you’re being supported by the same principles that hold a dental bridge. Critical stabilization on each side helps bear the load, year after year. Teeth on either side of a space support a replacement tooth engineered from durable materials and glued into place. While this often serves for many years, the load-bearing teeth may deteriorate after thousands of chewing cycles. In some cases, this leads to more missing teeth.
In many cases, adding dental implants offers a better alternative, eliminating stress from the chewing system. When carefully placed in the bone of empty spaces, they mimic the roots of teeth. They bear the load that the natural teeth used to hold, sparing the neighboring teeth from excessive forces. In some cases, two implants may be used to build a bridge spanning from one solid titanium piece to another.
Although the planning becomes more complicated with larger spaces, Dr. Amna Choudhary knows how to bring the puzzle pieces together to fit any scenario. Regardless of the scope of your treatment, the steps are similar to deliver a functional, brilliant smile.
Call Us Today for Porcelain Bridge Services
The dental experts at Laurel Smile Design have years of experience providing porcelain bridge treatment for our Laurel, MD patients. Whether you need extensive dental work or a simple fix, we will give you peace of mind and find a solution for your dental concern. Reach out to us directly if you have questions about porcelain bridges or want to schedule an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Bridges
How long do porcelain bridges last?
With proper care, porcelain bridges typically last 10 to 15 years or longer. Good oral hygiene and regular checkups help you get the most out of your bridge.
Is getting a dental bridge painful?
The surrounding teeth are numbed before preparation, and most patients report only mild, temporary sensitivity afterward.
Will my bridge match the color of my natural teeth?
Yes. Porcelain bridges are custom-shaded and shaped to blend seamlessly with your natural smile.
Is a dental bridge or a dental implant better for me?
It depends on your situation. A bridge relies on the support of neighboring teeth, while an implant stands on its own and can spare those teeth from extra strain. We’ll help you weigh the right option during a consultation.
How do I care for a dental bridge?
Bridges are cared for like natural teeth, with regular brushing, flossing beneath the bridge, and routine dental checkups to keep the surrounding teeth healthy.
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