Dental Bridges – Arlington, TX
Renew Your Smile’s Strength and Appearance
While human teeth are incredibly durable, they can be lost due to trauma or infection. Thankfully, dental bridges from I-20 Family Dental can replace one or several sequential missing teeth with lifelike and comfortable restorations that work like the real thing. Here’s a brief guide to how dental bridges work, but please don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Wardlaw’s staff if you have any questions.
Why Choose I-20 Family Dental for Dental Bridges?
- Compassionate and Experienced Dentist
- Restore Your Smile and Your Chewing Ability
- Flexible Financing Options Available
What is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a restorative appliance that consists of one or several artificial teeth suspended between two dental crowns or two dental implants. These versatile devices can replace one to four consecutive missing teeth, and almost anyone who has experienced tooth loss can get one as long as they are in good oral health otherwise. While the dental bridges of decades past were often made from strong metals such as gold or silver, bridges from I-20 Family Dental are made from lifelike materials so they blend in seamlessly with the rest of the smile.
Types of Dental Bridges
While each dental bridge is customized from the ground up to fit the individual patient, these appliances typically fall into one of two categories. After a brief consultation, Dr. Wardlaw will be able to determine which type is right for you.
Traditional Dental Bridge
Traditional dental bridges are one or several prosthetic teeth strung between two dental crowns supported by the healthy teeth on either side of the gap in the smile. These appliances can restore a patient’s chewing ability while also enhancing the appearance of their grin.
Implant Bridge
Implant bridges consist of a line of two or more artificial teeth supported by titanium posts surgically implanted in the jawbone. This allows these appliances to last much longer, provide superior chewing power, and maintain the health of the jaw without the alteration of any healthy remaining teeth.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge
Dental bridges offer a range of impressive benefits that can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life. A few of these include:
- Helping the remaining teeth stay in place so they don’t shift out of alignment.
- Improving a patient’s confidence by completing their smile and enhancing their speaking ability.
- Reinforcing chewing power so the patient can avoid overall health issues like malnutrition or indigestion.
- Protecting the gums from injury during the chewing process.
Only Dr. Wardslaw can make the definitive call as to whether a dental bridge can address your oral health needs. Scheduling a consultation at our Arlington office can set you on the path to achieving a beautiful, functional, and complete smile.