Dr. Trevor Williams of Williams Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Brandon, FL works on a regular basis with patients who are seeking restorative treatment options for their smiles. Concerns such as missing teeth can happen if patients have experienced injury, infection, or large areas of decay. Replacing these teeth doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process. Instead, our team at Williams Family and Cosmetic Dentistry encourages patients to ask about solutions such as dental bridges.
Transform Your Smile with Dental Bridges in Brandon, FL!
Video Transcript:
A bridge is a non-surgical way to replace one or many teeth. A bridge uses the adjacent teeth as anchors to support the missing tooth or teeth. With today’s dental advancements, a bridge can be fabricated in a fairly short period of time using a metal or nonmetal foundation. Don’t let that missing tooth affect the way you speak, eat and smile. Bridges yield immediate results that can last a lifetime. Ask your dentist what type of bridge may be right for you.
Want to replace one or more teeth non-surgically? Dental bridges take a fairly short time and produce immediate results that last a lifetime. Don’t let a missing tooth affect the way you eat, speak, or smile. Call Williams Family and Cosmetic Dentistry at 813-560-0447 if you are considering replacing teeth in Brandon, FL.
faq
What is a dental bridge?
A dental restoration fabricated from porcelain that uses adjacent teeth to create a false tooth in the space left behind by a missing tooth. The bridge allows a tooth called a pontic to position itself above the gumline to look and function as the natural tooth did. A bridge is a wonderful and economical way to replace several teeth in a row, including the front teeth.
What are the different types of dental bridges?
There are four main types: Traditional, Cantilever, Maryland, and Implant-supported. Traditional bridges have crowns on either side of the gap. A Cantilever bridge needs the support of a crown only on one side. A Maryland doesn’t need crowns as it’s held in place by a structure bonded to the adjacent teeth. An implant-supported bridge relies on implants instead of crowns.
Should I brush my teeth immediately after getting bridges?
It’s alright, though your teeth may feel slightly sensitive immediately following treatment. You must resume your normal oral hygiene routine post-treatment.
Are there any precautions I must take when eating after bridge therapy?
Don’t chew hard foods with your new bridges for at least 24 hours after getting them. Allow the cement to mature for at least a day, so it’s strong.
How long will my bridges last?
Ten or even 15 years if you take good care of them, paying proper attention to oral hygiene. Brush and floss daily, limit hard and sticky foods, and regularly visit the dentist. Checkups will ensure that your bridges are free of damage and other problems.