Belchertown Dental Bridges
Close Smile Gaps While Restoring Tooth Function
Bridging the gap between missing teeth doesn’t have to mean dealing with the hassle of dentures or investing in dental implants. A dental bridge from Valley Dentists of Belchertown can easily close unsightly gaps in your smile, allowing you to once again enjoy a full diet. These durable, lifelike prosthetics can replace up to four consecutive missing teeth but do require them to be surrounded by two healthy abutment teeth to attach to. Here’s a closer look at how dental bridges in Belchertown can restore your smile, and who can best benefit from this treatment.
Why Choose Valley Dentists of Belchertown for Dental Bridges?
- Natural-Looking Restorations Used
- Can Replace up to 4 Consecutive Missing Teeth
- Dental Insurance Welcome / In-House Membership & Flexible Financing Available
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a prosthetic tooth replacement option that can restore up to four consecutive missing teeth. Essentially, they look like a bunch of teeth stuck together, much like your real teeth already do in your mouth.
Dental bridges can be made of a variety of durable, natural looking materials, but we find that most patients prefer porcelain for its strength and beauty.
Types of Dental Bridges
There are two main types of dental bridges: traditional and implant bridges. Each option has its own unique benefits that your dentist will discuss with you at your consultation. Here’s a closer look at both:
Traditional Dental Bridges
Traditional dental bridges work by anchoring to two healthy abutment teeth on either side of a gap in the arches. They can be used to replace up to four consecutive missing teeth but do require the alteration of healthy teeth to be placed. Although they can replace up to four teeth in a row, they are most often used to replace just one or two, as the longer the bridge extends, the less stable it becomes.
Implant Bridges
Unlike traditional dental bridges, implant bridges do not require the alteration of healthy teeth. In fact, they permanently attach to the jawbone via dental implants which can only be removed by a dentist. The prosthetic itself looks just like a regular bridge, but is more secure, strong, and durable than a regular bridge.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
When you’re missing permanent teeth, it can cause a variety of frustrating issues, including the inability to properly chew food, difficulties with speech articulation, and of course negative side effects to your self-esteem. Dental bridges can help prevent many of these issues, all the while preventing your remaining teeth from shifting into misalignment and increasing your risk of oral health problems.
If you’re ready to replace between one and four consecutive teeth, schedule a consultation with your dentist at Valley Dentists of Belchertown today and see if you’re a good candidate for this smile saving treatment!
