A dental bridge is an appliance that replaces one or more natural missing teeth. It bridges the space between two teeth. Fixed bridges are cemented onto teeth on either side of the space. Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the mouth by you. If you are missing any teeth and are committed to maintaining good oral hygiene practices, you may be a good candidate for a bridge. If left unfilled, this space can cause the surrounding teeth to drift out of position and can cause teeth and gums to become more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease, leading to further tooth loss. Fixed bridges not only correct an altered bite, improve your chewing ability and speech, but they also safeguard your appearance by preventing the collapse of your facial features that can cause premature wrinkles and age lines.
With a bridge, it is more important than ever to brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly. If you do not control the buildup of food debris and plaque – the sticky film of bacteria formed from food acids – your teeth and gums can become infected, requiring further treatment and resulting in possible loss of the bridge. Your dentist may also recommend using floss threaders that help remove bacteria from hard to reach spaces between the bridge and adjacent teeth and gums.
If you maintain optimal oral hygiene care, you can expect your fixed bridge to last as many as 8-10 years, or even longer.
If you have missing teeth and dental implants are not right for you at this time, dental bridges are an excellent treatment option to consider. At Dental Faculty Associates we tailor your treatment to your specific oral health needs, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
Wonderful service, kind, efficient, and not scary! Thank you all!!!
I have been going to Faculty Dental for 35 years. They are great! Dr. Vega rocks! He is a nice blend of friendly, professional, and competent. I rarely have to wait very long in the waiting room. The ... Read More
I have been a patient of Dental Faculty Associates for several years. The staff and doctors I received care from, and engaged with, especially Drs. Brian Goodacre and Milton Vega, and office manager ... Read More
Wonderful service, kind, efficient, and not scary! Thank you all!!!
I have been going to Faculty Dental for 35 years. They are great! Dr. Vega rocks! He is a nice blend of friendly, professional, and competent. I rarely have to wait very long in the waiting room. The Dental Hygienists are all fabulous!
I have been a patient of Dental Faculty Associates for several years. The staff and doctors I received care from, and engaged with, especially Drs. Brian Goodacre and Milton Vega, and office manager Candice Lewis have been professional and respectful. In the last two years, I needed more specialized treatment, and I am grateful to have had Dr. Brian Goodacre as my provider. Dr. Goodacre has a wonderful bedside manner. He is friendly, kind, patient, thoughtful, conscientious, and respectful. He answered all my questions with details that made sense to me and made me comfortable. When I asked the same questions again, he explained again without making me feel like a nuisance. I have no doubt that Dr. Goodacre did his best for me. I am very pleased with the results of my treatment, and extremely grateful for his expertise and kindness throughout the treatment. I do not easily trust providers, but I trust Dr. Goodacre, and would refer my family and friends to him.
