Dental Bridges Explained

Achieving a natural looking smile after losing a tooth is possible with dental bridges. Dental bridges are one method used to fill a gap created by a missing tooth (or teeth). A dental bridge is usually made of 2 crowns or the teeth on either side of the gap and a false tooth in between. Natural teeth, dental implants, or a combination can be used to support the bridge. The dental bridge type you choose will depend on the condition of your smile, your budget, and the cosmetic results you desire.

The Dental Bridge Procedure
Cosmetic Dentistry Liverpool dentist Khalid Khan starts by filing down the adjacent teeth to accommodate the crowns. Then, the dentist will take impressions of the teeth, which will be used to create the dental crowns. Once the crowns are finished (crowns can be all-ceramic or made of metal or porcelain fused to metal), the false tooth (or teeth) will be bonded to them. Once the dental bridge is ready, a return visit to the dentist will be necessary to place it on the teeth. During your final visit, the dentist securely cements the crowns over the surrounding teeth to complete your smile with the dental bridge.