If you have missing teeth and want to replace them without surgery, then we could place a dental bridge. This can address one missing tooth or as many as three in a row! In today’s blog, your Newport Beach, CA, oral surgeon talks about addressing tooth loss with our lifelike cosmetic dental bridges.
When You Need a Dental Bridge
When you have minor tooth loss, you need to seek replacement to avoid complications with your oral health. Even minor tooth loss means surrounding teeth could shift, leading to misalignment and with it, further negative changes to your appearance. Poor alignment could also increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. When you have missing teeth, this could lead to changes to your bite balance and strain on your bite. The result is a higher risk of painful complications like TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). Fortunately, we can help restore your ability to eat your favorite foods and feel inert in your appearance by addressing tooth loss with a custom-made dental bridge.
Creating Your Dental Prosthetic
To begin, we will need to numb the abutment teeth, the natural ones sitting on each side of the gap in your smile. Once we do, we will remove structure from these teeth and take detailed images and impressions of them and the gap itself. In a lab setting, we will use the information gathered to design and then fabricate your new prosthetic. Your bridge will contain one to three new teeth with crowns attached to either end. Made from ceramic, this will be durable and strong, and able to be shaded to blend with your smile too.
Securing Your New Teeth
Our team will check the fit of your new bridge and then make any necessary adjustments to ensure an optimal fit and balanced bite. We then attach the crown portions to the abutment teeth, which firmly secures your new teeth in place for years to come, as many as 10 to 15 in some cases. We can also discuss possible changes to your oral health routine and daily habits to help lower the risk of tooth loss, keeping your remaining natural teeth intact.
If you have one or more missing teeth and want to try a prosthetic, then contact our team today. We are happy to help you on the road toward a full and beautiful smile again, one that is also healthier and better functioning too!
Talk To Balboa Dental Surgery About Cosmetic Prosthetic
Our team is ready to help address tooth loss with a dental implant alternative, so you can feel confident again. To learn more about tooth replacement, or to schedule your appointment, contact your Newport Beach, CA oral surgeon at (949) 630-0143!
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