One of the
best treatments for a lost tooth is a dental bridge. Dental bridges restore the
look and feel of a natural tooth that has been lost due to decay or because of
an accident.
In addition
to restoring the appearance of natural teeth, a dental bridge can also restore
the function of natural teeth.
Dental
bridges are made to be a durable, effective replacement for a lost tooth that
allows the patient to regain their ability to eat, drink, and speak naturally,
while simultaneously giving them the confidence to smile again.
Tanglewood
Dentist Dental Bridges Treatment
In order to
get a dental bridge, your teeth need to be prepared and an accurate map of them
needs to be taken.
Your TanglewoodHouston dentist maps your teeth by creating a cast of them. The cast covers
all the surfaces of your teeth and creates a mold from which perfect replicas
of your teeth can be made.
These
replicas help the dental laboratory to create a dental bridge that matches the
shape, alignment, and size of your original teeth so it will fit comfortably
and snugly.
A
comfortable fit is important for longevity and to prevent bacterial infections
from occurring.
To prepare
your teeth, the dentist files down the teeth adjacent to the gap, which gives
space for a crown to be placed over them?
The cast is
used to create a dental bridge consisting of a false tooth with crowns
on either side that will perfectly fit with your teeth.
Once the
dental bridge is complete, which can take a few days to over a week; you will
return to the dentist and have it installed.
Your
Tanglewood dentist will ensure the fit is comfortable before securing the
crowns to the anchor teeth. If it’s not quite right, they’ll make minor
adjustments or, if necessary, order a new dental bridge be constructed.
Once
secured, your dental bridge is complete! You’ll be able to eat and drink as
normal, and taking care of your dental bridge is as simple as brushing and
rinsing your teeth.
