Missing teeth can cause several problems, from your appearance to the ability to chew correctly. If you have lost several pearly whites in the same row, the team at Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA may be able to help restore your smile with a dental bridge. This fixed prosthetic will blend in with your natural pearly whites to create a lifelike appearance.
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A dental bridge can replace up to three of your pearly whites in the same row. This may be a helpful solution for patients who have lost their pearly whites due to an accident or health condition. For instance, a blow to the face could result in losing several of your teeth at once. If you ignore tooth loss, it may put you at risk of losing more or your jaw weakening over time. By getting this restoration, you will be able to renew your chewing and speaking ability and keep your smile healthy. Options like dentures are available for patients who experience more severe forms of tooth loss. Your dentist can help guide you through these options and determine the most suitable one for your needs.
A Bridge Is Fixed In Place
This restoration is supported by crowns on the adjacent teeth. You will not need to take it out to clean or maintain. To maintain your bridge, you will continue to follow your oral hygiene routine and visit your dentist regularly. For extra support, this restoration can be secured with a dental implant. This helps replace not only the visible part of your missing tooth, but the root as well which can help support your jaw and other teeth. This can help prevent your teeth from shifting out of place or your face from losing its natural structure.
Custom Made For Your Needs
Your bridge will be made to snuggly fit the gap in your smile. The dentist will take an impression of your oral cavity so that it can be custom-made in the lab. The goal with this is to recreate the natural appearance of your lost tooth. This can help renew your smile and regain your confidence. The bridge is made of several parts including the pontic (the false teeth), the abutment (the supporting pieces), and the base that it sits on. To have this secured to an implant, you will need to have healthy gums and a stable jaw. The implant will be inserted into the jawbone during oral surgery. Your bridge can be installed after the bone and post have fused together. This restoration can last for several years with the proper maintenance.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
You can contact Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, at 515-965-0230 to schedule your next visit or ask about your restoration options.
