Restore Your Smile with a Custom Dental Bridge in Gonzales

A dental bridge replaces missing teeth and anchors them to surrounding teeth. This is far less invasive than something such as full implants that anchor each tooth into your jaw, but it provides comprehensive results and restores all visual and functional aspects of a full set of teeth.

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There is a wide variety of bridge systems available, and your dentist will help you discover the right ones for your needs, but we’ll briefly touch on a few of them.

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These include traditional bridges that can be removed like dentures, implant-supported bridges that are a bit more stable, cantilever bridges, and more.

The type of bridge that’s best for you is going to depend on which teeth are missing, the condition of your other teeth, how many teeth are missing, and similar factors. Each type of bridge is best for certain situations.

Dental bridges are a bit more complex than something such as fillings, but the process is still fairly straightforward, and it’s nothing to worry about. We execute each installation with extreme precision, focus on your comfort both during the procedure and in the long term, and the bridge is fully custom to ensure it matches your mouth specifically.

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Here’s what to expect.

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1: Consultation

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At Moses Family Dentistry we always take the time to sit down with you before a procedure and discuss it. We’ll get to know your needs, fill you in on the process in person, and calm your nerves a bit.

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2: Prepping Adjacent Teeth

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Before we can start placing a bridge, we have to get all the adjacent teeth prepared. The bridge will anchor to those teeth to support the artificial teeth, and we have to make sure that the adjacent teeth are ready for that task.

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This mostly comes down to cleaning and drying the teeth to provide a good surface for the bridge to anchor to.

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3: Impressions

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We value precision in our bridge work. The more precise it is, the more comfortable the bridge will be in the long term. As such, we need to create an impression of your mouth to fabricate the bridge from scratch.

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This is a simple process, and it won’t cause any pain or discomfort. It also only takes a few minutes.

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4: Temporary Bridge (If Needed)

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In some situations, we place a temporary bridge. This can be done for a few reasons. One of the main reasons is to keep everything in order if there is a wait between the setup and the final placement phases.

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The temporary bridge will keep your teeth in alignment, protect your gums, and help you smile and eat.

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5: Permanent Placement

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Finally, the finished product is placed, and you have your smile back. This is quick and painless, and you’ll enjoy a fully functional smile again.

• Chewing is improved once you replace your missing teeth.

• Your facial structure will return to normal and remain that way since your teeth are what provide much of that structure around the cheeks and jaw.

• Your smile will be restored, and your confidence will be, too.

• You won’t have to worry about your teeth shifting and causing more long-term problems.

• Your gums will be protected and stay healthy in the long term.

A dental bridge needs to be designed specifically for you, and it’s not something that is done instantly. You need to get started today to get your bridge as quickly as possible. The same applies if you're experiencing urgent pain or a dental emergency; we provide immediate relief and care.

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Don’t wait. The longer you go without a bridge, the more your teeth will shift, and your gums will degrade. Call Moses Family Dentistry today and schedule a consultation for dental bridge placement, and we’ll create a personalized treatment plan for you.