Dental Bridges

Types Dental Bridges

At Salt Lake Dental, we mainly use the following types of dental bridges–

• Traditional Fixed Bridge – This is the most common type of dental bridge used by us. Here, porcelain bridges are placed over two surrounding teeth, which acts as anchors to hold the fake tooth in place. The false tooth is fused to metal or ceramics.
• Cantilever Bridge – A cantilever bridge is used when teeth are present only on one side of the gap. Typically, these types of bridges are used in those areas of the mouth that undergo excessive chewing load.
• Resin-Bonded Bridge – In a resin-bonded bridge, metal bonds are fixed to the surrounding teeth with the help of resin. It is used to hold the plastic false tooth in place. These types of bridges are mostly used in areas of the mouth that undergo less pressure. For example, the front teeth.

What Is Done Before The Procedure?

If our lead Dentist Dr. B. Tysen Carter notices that you are going for dental bridges for cosmetic reasons, then he would first recommend teeth whitening. At Salt Lake dental, our combined package of teeth whitening and dental bridges can immediately improve the beauty and appeal of your smile.

We recommend teeth whitening before placing dental bridges because bridges are mainly made up of ceramic or porcelain, which is resistant to stains and bleach. If you do not opt for teeth whitening before the dental bridge procedure, your teeth will remain yellow despite whitening it extensively at later stages. And in case you are opting for dental bridges for treating your missing tooth, then our dentist will immediately replace it with a high-quality dental bridge. There is no need for teeth whitening in such a circumstance.

What Is The Process Followed While Placing Dental Bridges?

When you are thinking of getting dental bridges, you must make sure to visit an experienced cosmetic dentist. This is when we can help you out! The procedure must be completed in a way such that the replaced tooth looks same as that of a natural tooth.

The good news is, we are well adept at performing this! Our team makes sure to treat your teeth in such a way that it looks natural and stunning without putting you into much discomfort. Before beginning the procedure, we take the impression of your teeth so that it can be easily created in a dental lab.

While placing a dental bridge, we remove a certain portion of the enamel as this would provide room for the new bridge to surround the tooth without pushing off other teeth from their position. Once it is complete, we clean the tooth and place a temporary bridge over it using removable glue.

Typically, you will have to wear this temporary bridge for around two weeks. We will provide you with the permanent one once it is delivered by the laboratory. In the meantime, you will have to be careful about your diet and the way you brush as the temporary crown may fall off.

When the dental restoratives are complete, you will have to return to our office so that we can replace the temporary bridges with the permanent ones. We usually place a crown on the teeth that are encompassing the missing one.

On the top of the crown, there is a substance that exactly looks like a natural gum and holds the teeth in place. At Salt Lake Dental, we prefer using the crowns because it serves as an anchor to the synthetic bridge and strengthens the artificial tooth. In this way, our dental bridge procedure will restore the look and functionality of your missing tooth.

What To Expect After The Procedure?

You will notice that your tooth will be somewhat sensitive after the procedure. In the process, we use sedation dentistry to make sure you do not experience any pain or discomfort during the procedure.

After that, you just need to take some medicines for a couple of days. It will help mitigate the oral pain. The benefit of wearing a crown over the dental bridge is that it surrounds and protects the tooth. This means you would be able to eat your favorite food without any difficulty. Also, it would help you to eat, sleep, and normal without worrying about new tooth becoming loose or coming out.

Why Are The Benefits Of Dental Bridges?

At Salt Lake Dental, we recommend using a dental bridge for the following reasons –

• It restores your ability to eat, speak, and chew as normal.
• Reduces stress on the bite.
• Prevents your face from sagging.
• Improves the volume of your face
• Prevents the remaining teeth from moving out of position.
• Enhances the appearance of your smile.

Looking For High-Quality Dental Bridges? Visit Salt Lake Dental Today!

If you are one of those dreadful souls with a missing tooth, or if you want to improve the beauty of your smile, then you should definitely contact us! Our highly qualified and experienced cosmetic dentist Dr. Tysen Carter is dedicated to providing high-quality dental bridges to patients all over Salt Lake, UT. Our dental bridge cost is affordable and will never burn a hole in your pocket.

Our lead dentist Dr. Carter has immense experience in the field of cosmetic dentistry and always provides quality dental bridges to each of the patients. Speaking of the rest of the team, all our team members are experienced and have completed their degrees from the reputed colleges and universities in the United States. Our motivation to provide the patients with an affordable dental bridge is what sets us apart from the competitors.

We bet that our cosmetic dentistry services in and around Salt Lake City and Sugar House is the best, and none can beat us! Under the guidance of Dr. B. Tysen Carter, we provide dental bridges that will never make our patients feel that they are missing a tooth. So, if you are thinking “who is the best cosmetic dentist near me”, then worry not! We are there to help you look good and attractive.

You can call us at (385) 257-9303 or can shoot us a mail at saltlakedentaloffice@gmail.com to book an appointment with us. You can also visit us directly at 2120 S 700 E suite i, Salt Lake City, UT 84106, United States . We assure you that our dental bridges would not only satisfy your needs, but will also fit your budget!