Dental Bridges
REPLACE A MISSING TOOTH
How Dental Bridges Work
If you’re missing a tooth, you may notice it most when you eat, smile for a photo, or catch yourself chewing on the other side of your mouth. A dental bridge can fill that open space with a replacement tooth that looks and feels like part of your smile.
A bridge is a fixed restoration, so you don’t take it in and out. With a traditional bridge, the replacement tooth is held in place by crowns on the teeth next to the space. In other situations, dental implants may be used for support, especially when more than one tooth is missing.
Why Replace the Tooth?
It can be tempting to leave a missing tooth alone, particularly if it isn’t easy to see. Over time, though, the teeth around that space may begin to shift. A missing tooth can also change the way your teeth come together and make chewing less comfortable.
Replacing it can restore a more complete bite while bringing back the natural appearance of your smile. Modern dental materials can be matched closely to the shade and shape of the teeth around them, so the finished bridge shouldn’t call attention to itself.
Is a Bridge Right for You?
That depends on where the tooth is missing, the health of the nearby teeth and gums, and how your bite comes together. At Burton Dentistry, we can look at the space, talk through your options, and help you decide whether a bridge makes sense for you.
A Patient-Focused Approach
At Burton Dentistry, Dr. Katharine A. Burton, DMD, and her team strive for an exceptional experience, an excellent outcome, and a strong relationship with you.
Dr. Burton graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and is honored as a Top 40 Under 40 Dentist by Incisal Edge Magazine and Top Docs of RI by her peers.
Together with Dr. Aaron Shin, DDS, and Dr. Courtney Silva, DMD, they continue to pursue advanced learning through study clubs and professional organizations. Their mission is simple: provide quality care for you and your family, promoting overall health and wellness.
Are you missing one or more of your teeth? A consultation with a dentist can help you determine what option is best for you. Contact Burton Dentistry in Providence, Rhode Island, to schedule a visit with one of our dentists and learn more about a customized dental implant plan and how it can benefit you.
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