Dental Bridges – Framingham, MA
A Convenient Solution to Tooth Loss
Losing teeth can diminish the beauty of a person’s smile and lead to a host of unpleasant oral and overall health issues like gum injuries, dental misalignments, jaw pain, indigestion, malnutrition, and further tooth loss. Fortunately, the skilled team at Framingham Dental Group offers several restoration options, and dental bridges can be a fantastic way to replace one or several sequential missing teeth. Here’s a quick look at how dental bridges work and how they can help patients enjoy having functional smiles, but please feel free to contact our office if you’d like to know more.
Why Choose Framingham Dental Group for Dental Bridges?
- Skilled and Compassionate Dental Team
- Restore the Function and Beauty of Your Smile
- Digital Impressions Offer Superior Comfort
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge consists of a line of one or more artificial teeth supported by two dental crowns or implants, and it can be used to replace a single or several sequential lost teeth. Virtually anyone who has suffered tooth loss can be a fantastic candidate for a dental bridge as long as they are free from oral infections, and implant bridges require patients to have jawbones sturdy enough to support the devices. Dental bridges can be made from a variety of materials such as metals and ceramics depending on the needs and preferences of the patient.
Types of Dental Bridges
The first step to replacing your lost teeth is scheduling a consultation at our Framingham office. Based on our dentist’s findings, our team may recommend a dental bridge such as:
Traditional Dental Bridge
A traditional dental bridge is one or two artificial teeth supported by dental crowns placed on the healthy teeth on either side of the gap created by tooth loss. This device requires the permanent alteration of dental structure to be placed, and it can last up to fifteen years before needing replacement if it receives excellent care.
Implant Bridge
An implant bridge is two or more artificial teeth supported by dental implants surgically placed in the patient’s jawbone. Implant bridges that receive proper care and maintenance can last much longer than traditional bridges and exert superior chewing power.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
Dental bridges can provide a wide range of oral and overall health benefits like:
- Restoring a patient’s confidence in their smile.
- Enhancing chewing and speaking ability.
- Protecting the gums from injury.
- Bracing the remaining teeth to help them stay in alignment.
- Easy oral hygiene requirements.
To learn more about how a dental bridge may be able to help you, please schedule a consultation at our office.
