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 Black Bridge Family Dental we tailor your treatment to your specific oral health needs, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
Not to painful. Temporary bridge fits well . Hopefully permanent bridge will fit just as well.
I have been in for emergency services a couple times now and each time I have been able to get in quickly no questions about it. I have been seen by 2 doctors both amazing. Yesterday I was experiencin... Read More
The dental care was effective and efficient. Did not wait long after check-ins for the hygienist (Angie) who immediately put me at ease with polite conversational inquiries. She was clearly familiar w... Read More
Our whole family goes to BlackBridge Family Dental. We have always been very pleased with their generosity and their time they take with our dental needs. Everyone is so nice, we have seen several of ... Read More
I had an unfortunate accident at work where I needed to be seen as soon as possible. Black Bridge Family Dental did that almost immediately for me. They have exceeded my expectations and made me feel ... Read More
Not to painful. Temporary bridge fits well . Hopefully permanent bridge will fit just as well.
I have been in for emergency services a couple times now and each time I have been able to get in quickly no questions about it. I have been seen by 2 doctors both amazing. Yesterday I was experiencing major pain from a deep tooth infection needing a root canal along with a very broken tooth that needed to come out. Dr. Kasam is great with someone who even as an adult has anxiety about going to have any sort of dental work done. Numbing has always been a fear because of pain. When he numbs you would never even know he is doing it. His work is quality and the time it takes is impressive. He is very personable and helps you feel you can trust him. He doesn’t judge he offers help and professional advice in a very friendly way. 10/10 for sure highly recommend this office for any and all dental needs. Thank you Black Bridge Dental!
The dental care was effective and efficient. Did not wait long after check-ins for the hygienist (Angie) who immediately put me at ease with polite conversational inquiries. She was clearly familiar with my case and did not rehash what should be in my file. While a couple of visits may not be a trend, I think I can safely recommend Black Bridge Family Dentistry.
Our whole family goes to BlackBridge Family Dental. We have always been very pleased with their generosity and their time they take with our dental needs. Everyone is so nice, we have seen several of the staff and they are amazing and professional.
I had an unfortunate accident at work where I needed to be seen as soon as possible. Black Bridge Family Dental did that almost immediately for me. They have exceeded my expectations and made me feel comfortable all the way through.
