If you have missing teeth, a dental bridge can restore your smile and help maintain the natural shape of your face. When teeth are lost and not replaced, your appearance can change significantly. Your lips may become thinner and flatter, and the chin might move forward, creating a more pointed or sunken look.
Beyond aesthetics, the health of your mouth is impacted by missing teeth. A dental bridge is a reliable solution that not only enhances your appearance but also supports your overall oral health by preventing further complications.
Importance of Dental Bridge
Missing teeth are more than just a cosmetic concern—they can have serious consequences for your dental health. Teeth are designed to work together. When one is missing, the teeth next to the gap can begin to tilt or drift into the empty space. This shift can cause your bite to change, putting extra stress on your teeth and jaw joints, leading to discomfort, misalignment, and even damage to your remaining teeth.
Additionally, the teeth in the opposite jaw may begin to move out of their normal position, potentially causing further misalignment. These displaced teeth can become more difficult to clean, which increases the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. A dental bridge helps prevent these issues by filling in the gap with a durable, natural-looking prosthetic.
For decades, dental bridges have been a staple in restorative dentistry at Turkish Dentist in Kusadasi, providing patients with a solution that both restores function and aesthetics. A dental bridge typically consists of two or more custom-made crowns (called abutment teeth) placed on the teeth adjacent to the gap, and an artificial tooth (pontic) in the middle to fill the space.
The Procedure of Dental Bridge
Getting a fixed dental bridge usually takes more than one visit to the dentist’s office. Impressions of your teeth will be taken at your first visit and submitted to a dental laboratory for fabrication of your bridge.
While your permanent bridge is being prepared, you will be given a temporary bridge to safeguard your teeth. Your dentist will make changes and test the fit of your permanent bridge after it has been made.