Dental Bridge - Looking to replace your missing teeth?
What is a dental bridge?
A dental bridge is a permanent appliance that replaces a missing tooth or missing teeth. A bridge is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap (these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth) and a false tooth/teeth in between.
They can restore chewing function, enhance your appearance, and improve your oral health.
Who needs a dental bridge?
Dentists may advice you to get dental bridge in the following situations:
Restore your smile by replacing missing teeth
Restore the ability to chew properly
Restore your speech and pronunciation
To prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position
What are the types of dental bridge?
At Jasbir Dental Specialist Melaka, we provide a variety of dental bridges that are made from a wide range of materials.
Types of bridges can be divided based on:
Material
Zirconia Crowns
Ceramic Crowns
Porcelain Fused Metal Crowns
Metal Crowns
Function
Traditional Bridge
Maryland Bridge
Cantilever Bridge
Implant-supported Bridge
What happens during a dental bridge procedure?
The procedure for a dental bridge usually requires two visits to the dentist. The first step involves examining and preparing the tooth, the second visit involves placement of the permanent crown.
Technology we use to do dental bridge
At Jasbir Dental Specialist Melaka, we use the latest dental technologies to provide quality, comfort, and efficiency in our treatment. Our clinic does dental bridge using technology such as dental scanners, digital X-rays, dental microscope, and dental laser (if required).
What are the benefits of bridges?
Dental bridges can:
Offer a natural-looking solution for tooth loss.
Restore chewing and speech function
Prevent neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap left behind by missing teeth
What are the drawbacks of bridges?
Bridges also have their fair share of disadvantages such as:
Requires some removal of natural tooth
May cause teeth sensitivity, especially in the first weeks after placement.
Can break or fracture over time
Natural teeth below the crown can decay if not taken care of properly
If not cleaned properly, underlying gum tissue can get inflamed
Aftercare of Bridges
Proper care and maintenance help keep your bridge in good condition. Here are a few aftercare tips to take care of your bridge:
Clean around your bridge using threaded floss and small brushes.
Brush your teeth at least twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste and soft-bristled toothbrush
Floss between your teeth once every day
Use an antibacterial mouthwash to keep dental plaque and harmful bacteria at bay.
Avoid extremely hard, crunchy, or chewy food.
If you grind or clench your teeth (bruxism), we will need to customize a mouth guard for you
On average, a dental bridge can last between 5 to 15 years depending on your personal lifestyle, physical habits, oral hygiene practices, and the durability of the dental crown.
The process of getting a dental crown is not known to be painful at all. Your dentist will numb your mouth for the parts of the procedure that might be painful.
Whether you have a temporary or permanent crown, there are foods you should avoid, including ice cubes, extremely hard nuts, popcorn, and super sticky food like taffy and caramels.
