A dental bridge is a customized way to replace a single or multiple missing teeth. This prosthetic creates a bridge to fill the area where a tooth or teeth were lost or extracted, supported by either natural teeth or implants. If you have one or more missing teeth, a dental bridge in Lisle can allow you to smile with total confidence, as this restoration will appear completely natural.
A bridge is made of crowns placed on either side of the area where a tooth or teeth are missing. In between these two anchoring points is a “pontic,” an artificial (false) tooth that is custom-made to look and function just like a real tooth. After your bridge has been crafted, it will be securely cemented in place, looking and functioning like a natural tooth.
A dental bridge may also be recommended if your remaining teeth do not have enough stability or strength to support a dental implant. It can also help maintain facial structure while decreasing potential problems associated with an uneven bite, as well as reduce stress on the surrounding natural teeth. Ultimately, a dental bridge offers improved functionality and aesthetics for those with missing teeth.
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How many visits will I need for a dental bridge?
What is a dental bridge made of?
How long will a dental bridge last?
Dental bridges in Lisle can usually be completed in two visits, one to prepare the adjacent teeth, and one to fit the bridge.
Its construction involves two abutment teeth – either a natural tooth or dental implants onto which crowns are placed. Custom-crafted tooth replacements are crafted to ensure a perfect color and shape match, and then affixed to the crowns to create a strong connection, and a durable, natural-looking restoration. As a bridge is secured and does not move like dentures, they provide a long-lasting solution for anyone missing one or more teeth and can help to preserve existing teeth by distributing points of stress evenly and reducing pressure on, for example, surrounding teeth.
A bridge is typically a long-lasting restoration, and with proper care, could last a lifetime. However, depending on your lifestyle, a bridge may require replacement after many years.
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