Dental Bridges – Bartlesville, OK
A Trusted Solution for Gaps In Your Grin
Losing just one tooth can cause serious problems for your smile, and losing multiple teeth can be even worse.
Instead
of leaving the gap empty, you should schedule an appointment with Dr. Lumpkin to figure out the best way to
fill it. Oftentimes, he may suggest a dental bridge, which is a traditional type of dental prosthesis that can be a
great fit for those missing one or more consecutive teeth. If you’re interested in getting a dental bridge, reach out to our team today.
Why Choose Dentistry by Design for Dental Bridges?
- Reliable, Fully Personalized Replacement Teeth
- Honest and Trustworthy Dentist and Team
- Focus on Providing Quality Dental Care
What is a Dental Bridge?
Creating a dental bridge involves two main components: dental crowns and artificial teeth called pontics. An appropriate number of pontics is suspended between a pair of dental crowns. Then the crowns are used to anchor the entire prosthesis to the teeth adjacent to the gap that needs to be filled. The pontics will serve as your new teeth while the dental crowns ensure that they stay firmly in place at all times.
Types of Dental Bridges
Is a traditional dental bridge the best choice for your smile? Or would you benefit more from an implant bridge? This is something that we’ll need to figure out before we move forward with the process of replacing your missing teeth. We’ll only be able to give you a recommendation after examining your mouth and carefully considering your circumstances; that said, here’s a brief look at your options.
Traditional Dental Bridge
Since traditional bridges rely on natural teeth for support, our team will need to make sure that said teeth are in good health. If they are, then this type of prosthesis can be an excellent option if you are missing at least one tooth.
Implant Bridge
An implant bridge is attached to a pair of dental implants that have been inserted into your jaw. This approach has many advantages, such as helping to prevent the bone loss that often occurs when teeth are missing. It can potentially be a good fit for you if you have lost at least three consecutive teeth and have the required level of jawbone density.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
The most obvious benefit of getting a dental bridge is that you will have a full set of teeth to eat, speak, and smile with again. The prosthesis can also be beneficial for your oral health by preventing your remaining teeth from drifting out of place.
Since dental bridges can be brushed as if they were natural teeth, they are very easy to take care of. And if you’re diligent about maintaining them, you can expect to keep them for quite a while – sometimes as long as 15 years.