Permanent Dental Bridges at Smile Design Team in Dedham, MA
At Smile Design Team, we are committed to restoring smiles with high-quality permanent dental bridges, offering a reliable and functional solution for missing teeth. Located in Dedham, MA, our practice utilizes the latest dental technologies and techniques to ensure you receive the best care possible.
What Are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by joining an artificial tooth permanently to adjacent teeth or dental implants. It consists of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap — these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth — and a false tooth/teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials.
Benefits of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges offer several advantages, including:
- Restored Smile: Bridges help restore your smile by filling the gap created by missing teeth.
- Improved Oral Functions: They restore the ability to properly chew and speak.
- Maintained Facial Shape: Bridges prevent facial sagging by supporting your jawbone and cheeks.
- Proper Distribution of Forces: They help distribute the forces in your bite properly by replacing missing teeth.
- Prevention of Teeth Drifting: Bridges prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position.
The Dental Bridge Process
Our dental bridge process is designed to ensure a comfortable and effective treatment:
- Initial Consultation: During your consultation at Smile Design Team, our experts will evaluate your oral health and discuss if a dental bridge is the right option for you.
- Preparation of Abutment Teeth: The abutment teeth are prepared by recontouring these teeth by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for a crown to be placed over them.
- Impressions: Impressions of your teeth are taken, which serve as a model from which the bridge, pontic, and crowns will be made by a dental lab.
- Temporary Bridge: A temporary bridge will be made and worn to protect the exposed teeth and gums while the bridge is being made.
- Final Bridge Fitting: Your final bridge will be adjusted, as needed, and then cemented into place.
Why Choose Smile Design Team for Your Dental Bridges?
- Expert Dental Professionals: Our dentists specialize in restorative dentistry and have extensive experience with dental bridges.
- Advanced Equipment: We use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure precise fittings and natural-looking results.
- Personalized Care: We understand each patient’s needs are unique and provide customized solutions that best fit your dental goals.
- Comfort and Convenience: Our practice is designed for your comfort, and we strive to make all procedures as pain-free as possible.
Maintaining Your Dental Bridges
To ensure the longevity of your dental bridges, consider the following care tips:
- Good Oral Hygiene: Brush twice a day and floss daily to keep your bridge and surrounding teeth clean.
- Regular Checkups: Visit Smile Design Team regularly for checkups and professional cleanings.
- Eat Carefully: Avoid hard and sticky foods that can damage your bridge.
- Avoid Bad Habits: Refrain from chewing on hard objects like pens or ice that can harm your bridge.
Other Services at Smile Design Team
Smile Design Team offers a variety of dental services to help you maintain a healthy, beautiful smile:
- Dental Implants: A durable and natural-looking solution for replacing missing teeth.
- Cosmetic Bonding: Quickly enhance the appearance of your smile with cosmetic bonding.
- Invisalign: Straighten your teeth discreetly with our advanced Invisalign treatment.
- Teeth Whitening: Brighten your smile with our professional teeth whitening services.
- Porcelain Veneers: Achieve a flawless smile with custom-made porcelain veneers.
- Root Canal Treatment: Preserve your natural teeth with effective and gentle root canal therapy.
- Periodontal Care: Protect your gums and the foundation of your teeth with our comprehensive periodontal services.
Get Started with Your Dental Bridge Treatment
Ready to restore your smile with a dental bridge? Contact Smile Design Team today to schedule your consultation. Our friendly team is here to answer any questions and help you begin your journey to a complete, healthy smile.
Enhance your smile and confidence with a permanent dental bridge from Smile Design Team – where your dental health is our top priority!
