Dental bridges are an effective and durable solution for replacing missing teeth, offering a way to restore your smile and the functionality of your teeth. Our dentist and team are dedicated to providing top-quality dental bridges designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, enhancing both your oral health and confidence.Â
Understanding Dental Bridges:
A dental bridge fills the gap created by one or more missing teeth. It is composed of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap (the anchoring teeth) and a false tooth or teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials.
Types of Dental Bridges
- Traditional Bridges: Involve creating a crown for the tooth or implant on either side of the missing tooth, with a pontic in between.
- Cantilever Bridges: Used when there are adjacent teeth on only one side of the missing tooth or teeth.
- Maryland Bonded Bridges: Made of porcelain, porcelain fused to metal or plastic teeth and gums that are supported by a metal or porcelain framework.
Benefits of Dental Bridges
- Restored Smile: Fills the gap in your smile caused by missing teeth.
- Improved Chewing and Speaking: Bridges restore the ability to properly chew and speak.
- Maintained Facial Shape: Prevents facial sagging by supporting facial structure.
- Proper Distribution of Forces: Helps distribute the forces in your bite properly by replacing missing teeth.
Dr. Benjamin McEvoy at Oceanview Family Dentistry understands the impact missing teeth can have on your life and is here to help. With a focus on restoring both the appearance and function of your teeth, we will guide you through the process of getting a dental bridge in Oceanside, California, tailored to your needs.
For further information, or to book an appointment, please contact us at 760-721-1022. Let us be your partner in achieving a full, healthy smile.
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