Replacing Missing Teeth with Dental Bridges

Replacing missing teeth is essential for restoring function, speech, chewing, and aesthetics. If you leave a gap after losing a tooth, the surrounding natural teeth may shift and cause uneven tooth positions, leading to gum disease, pain, and decay. At Riverbank Modern Dentistry, we offer different options for replacing one or more missing teeth, including dental bridges.

What is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is made up of two or more false teeth that are fused together. They fill in the space where natural teeth are missing. The bridge has two components: the artificial tooth called a “pontic,” which fills in the gap left by the missing tooth, and the “abutments,” which are the natural teeth next to the missing tooth that holds the pontic in place. Our dental bridges are made of various materials, including gold, metal, porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, ceramics, zirconia, and composites.

Alternatives to Dental Bridges

Although dental bridges are a great option for restoring missing teeth, they are not the only option. At Riverbank Modern Dentistry, we offer other alternatives, such as removable partial dentures and dental implants, which can last a long time but may involve several procedures spanning over a few months.