Bridges

 

A bridge may be recommended if you’re missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to gum disease and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

 

Bridges span the space where the teeth are missing and are cemented to the natural teeth surrounding the empty space. These teeth, called abutments, serve as anchors for the bridge. A replacement tooth, called a pontic, is attached to the crowns that cover the abutments.

 

As with crowns, you have a choice of materials for bridges: porcelain, gold, or a combination of both. At K.L.O. Dental, ask us about your options in replacing missing teeth with a dental bridge and how we can help ensure your teeth are stable and healthy.