Bridges

Dental bridges consist of false teeth, which are fixed onto neighbouring teeth in order to replace one or more missing teeth.

The false tooth known as a pontic will replace the missing tooth.

Bridges are usually made of a precious metal base which gives them a solid structure and makes them hard wearing.

If a bridge is needed for the front teeth, porcelain is usually added to the base to make it look more like real teeth.

A shade match can be carried out in the lab by the technician to provide the correct shade and add characteristics to match the other teeth.

A bridge helps to strengthen the prepared teeth and makes chewing and eating easier because they are fixed and can't come out.

Some bridges can also be fixed to your jaw with dental implants, if you have several teeth next to each other which are missing. Once you have a bridge fitted, you will have to take extra care of your daily hygiene routine to ensure there is no accumulation of bacteria. This can be done by carrying out interdental cleaning and brushing effectively twice a day.

If you require a more extensive restoration than a crown or have more than one tooth that needs to be repaired, a good solution is a bridge. Bridges are usually made of a precious metal base which gives them a solid structure and makes them hard-wearing. If you need a bridge in your smile line, porcelain is usually added to the base to make it look more like real teeth. A bridge helps to strengthen the prepared teeth and makes chewing and eating easier because they are fixed and can't come out.

Some bridges can also be fixed to your jaw with dental implants, if you have several teeth next to each other that are missing.

Once you have a bridge fitted, you will have to take extra care of your daily hygiene regime to ensure it stays plaque free and that you can prevent bad breath.