Dental Bridges Londonderry
Worry Less by Filling in the Gaps
Instead of feeling self-conscious about your incomplete smile, our team at Miles of Smiles can restore your confidence with the help of a dental bridge. Created to blend in and make it virtually impossible for anyone to tell the difference between your real and artificial teeth, its tried-and-true function and aesthetics continue to make it a popular tooth replacement option. Let us know how we can help by calling our office to schedule an appointment and learn more about dental bridges in Londonderry.
Why Choose Miles of Smiles for Dental Bridges?
- Caring and Compassionate Dental Team
- Weekend Appointments Available
- Dentist with Prosthodontic Expertise
The Dental Bridge Process
The process of creating a dental bridge begins by creating abutments out of your existing teeth where the bridge will be attached. The existing teeth are recontoured to provide a base for the bridge. After the abutments have been created, a mold is taken of the area, which is sent to a dental lab. The lab can use the mold to create a bridge that will fit properly and feel as close to your natural teeth as possible. The bridge consists of two crowns on either end to place on the abutments and a pontic, which is the new tooth, that replaces your missing tooth.
We will fit you with a temporary bridge while we wait for the lab to craft your permanent one. This will protect the abutments and the exposed gum areas and look more appealing than having a missing tooth. When the permanent bridge has been created, you will have a follow-up visit to set the bridge. It will be placed on the abutments, and our team will then use an adhesive to make sure that it is secured.
The bridge may take a little while to get used to; however, after a few days, it should feel like you have your own teeth back. You should eat soft foods for the first few days after having your bridge placed. After the initial phase, you will be able to eat whatever you want with no issues.