A bridge can be an ideal tooth-replacement solution for one or more adjacent missing teeth, especially if the patient is not a candidate for dental implants or doesn't want to undergo surgery.
How a Porcelain Bridge in St. Augustine, FL, Works
A bridge uses healthy teeth as anchors, while supporting prosthetic teeth in between. The bridge is made of ceramic porcelain that we customize to blend seamlessly with your smile. Your bridge is a fixed appliance, which means it's not removable.
Keeping your anchor teeth clean and plaque-free is the key to the successful longevity of a dental bridge. While your crowns can't decay, the tooth structure beneath them can, so it's important to brush and floss carefully around your bridge each day.
What Are the Advantages of a Dental Bridge?
Dental bridges offer several benefits that some patients love.
- Non-surgical procedure — A bridge doesn't require surgery for placement, as a dental implant does.
- Quick turnaround — A bridge takes weeks to complete instead of months, like a dental implant.
- Prevents tooth movement — Replacing one or multiple missing teeth with a bridge prevents your remaining teeth from shifting and causing bite misalignment.
- Restore aesthetics — You'll smile with confidence again once we place your dental bridge.
Talk with Our Team
Would you like to learn more about dental bridges? Contact our team at (904) 460-0999.