Dental Bridges – Beachwood, OH
Rebuild Your Gorgeous Smile
Tooth loss is a common oral health problem that can lead to serious consequences like dental drift, accelerated tooth decay, indigestion, malnutrition, and further tooth loss. Fortunately, a dental bridge from Orange Place Family Dentistry can replace one or several sequential missing teeth with beautiful restorations. Here’s a quick look at how dental bridges work, how they are placed, and who they can help from the experienced team at our dental office in Beachwood.
Why Choose Orange Place Family Dentistry for Dental Bridges?
- Skilled and Experienced Team of Dentists
- Restore Your Smile and Chewing Power
- Dental Insurance Welcomed
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a string of one or more artificial teeth supported by two crowns or dental implants placed on either side of the gap created by tooth loss. These devices are used to address the loss of one or more teeth, and they are usually best for patients who have lost one to four teeth in a row. However, you’ll need to be free from oral infections like cavities and gum disease to receive a traditional bridge, and you’ll also need to have jawbones sturdy enough to support implants if you wish to get an implant bridge. Bridges can be made from metal or ceramics to ensure that they are beautiful and functional.
Types of Dental Bridges
The first step to understanding the best way to replace your lost teeth is to have a consultation at our office in Beachwood. After a thorough examination, our dentist may recommend a restoration like:
Traditional Dental Bridge
Traditional dental bridges are one or two artificial teeth strung between two dental crowns. These devices can be an affordable way to replace lost teeth, but they require the healthy teeth on either side of the gap created by tooth loss to be permanently altered so they can be placed.
Implant Bridge
Implant bridges are two or more artificial teeth supported by titanium pieces surgically inserted into the jawbone. These devices can exert superior chewing power and last much longer than traditional restorations, but they are also more costly.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
The American Dental Association recommends replacing lost teeth as soon as possible to prevent issues like uneven enamel erosion, dental drift, and further tooth loss. A dental bridge may be able to improve your life in ways like:
- Bracing the remaining teeth to help prevent them from shifting out of place.
- Enhancing your confidence in your grin.
- Improving your ability to speak clearly and chew thoroughly.
- Supporting your remaining natural teeth during the chewing process.
If you’d like to know more about how a dental bridge may be able to help you, contact our office to schedule a consultation.