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Have you lost one or more permanent teeth? Dr. Robert Rebert may recommend a dental bridge in Metairie, Louisiana. A dental bridge is a restoration that is designed to close the gap in your smile. Your dental bridge can restore your bite and your ability to eat and speak properly. A bridge consists of two or more dental crowns with a replacement tooth in between. The crowns will be placed on the teeth on either side of the gap to anchor the dental bridge. A dental bridge can also be supported by dental implants.
What Is the Process of Dental Bridge Placement?
When placing a dental bridge, our dentist will first shape the enamel of the teeth on either side of the missing tooth or teeth. This will allow room for the dental crowns, which anchor the bridge, to be placed over the teeth. Impressions will then be taken of your smile so that your dental bridge can be custom made. Once the bridge is complete, it will be cemented into place.
How Do I Take Care of My Dental Bridge?
To help your dental bridge last, it is important to keep the remaining teeth healthy, especially those on either side of the gap, as they support the dental bridge. Brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day. You may also want to consider using mouthwash to help prevent tooth decay and other issues. Also, visit our dental office often for your routine cleanings and exams. This allows our dentist to detect and treat any dental issues that you have early, when they are still easy to treat. Having a healthy, balanced diet is also important.
How Long Will My Dental Bridge Last?
If you care for your dental bridge well, it may last for 10 years or longer. Tooth decay is a big threat to dental bridges. Food can become trapped under the false tooth. This can cause decay to the teeth supporting the crowns, which would weaken the dental bridge.
Contact our dental office today for more information about dental bridges and to schedule an appointment. We are so excited to serve you by restoring your smile!
