Restore gaps and replace missing teeth with a custom made dental prosthesis that is permanently bonded in place.
A dental bridge restores both the function and appearance of your smile by filling spaces with a false tooth supported by dental implants, natural teeth, or a combination of both. Sometimes called a “fixed partial denture,” bridges are bonded or cemented in place, meaning they don’t need to be removed for sleeping or cleaning.
Replacing missing teeth isn’t just about aesthetics, gaps can make speaking and chewing more difficult and allow nearby teeth to shift out of alignment, leading to long term oral health issues.
Comfort
Dental bridges can restore your ability to smile, speak, and eat comfortably. They provide a long lasting solution, often over ten years with proper care, that eliminates the discomfort and self consciousness caused by missing teeth.
Tooth Health
Your teeth support one another and help maintain your facial structure. Missing teeth can alter your bite, leaving gaps that increase the risk of decay, gum disease, jaw pain, and TMJ disorder. A bridge prevents unwanted shifting, keeping your bite healthy and stable.
Bone Health
Stable teeth encourage healthy jawbone tissue. Missing teeth can accelerate bone loss, but a bridge helps preserve bone density by supporting the surrounding teeth and tissues.
With insurance, a dental bridge may cost about $800 to $1,200+. Without insurance, prices typically range from $2,000 to $3,000+.
Factors influencing cost include:
No practice can provide an accurate quote over the phone. An in person exam with a Dentist in Brantford, Ontario ensures you receive treatment options and an accurate estimate for your needs.
A bridge is fixed in place, while a denture is removable and includes gum like material.
A bridge supported on only one side of the gap. Rare today, it’s not recommended for back teeth due to force and stress on supporting teeth.
Usually two appointments, each less than an hour.
Gold alloys, non precious alloys, porcelain, or combinations. Porcelain is most common.
Crowns cover damaged teeth to strengthen them, while bridges replace missing teeth entirely.
No, a crown needs to be supported by a tooth or implant beneath the gum line.
Yes. Your dentist can recommend the best material for your needs.