Dental Bridges – Weyauwega, WI
Where Complete Smiles Are Achievable
At the dental office of Dr. William Twohig, we don’t reach for restorations that contain metal when rebuilding a patient’s smile. Instead, we trust the durability of all-ceramic materials – a more natural solution that provides strength and aesthetics when filling in the gaps left behind by multiple missing teeth. Our dental bridges in Weyauwega are lifelike and long-lasting, so patients can feel good about the way they look while also remaining confident in the health of their smile. If you are looking for a way to replace your missing teeth, schedule a consultation with our team today!
What is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a custom restoration that is designed to fill in the gaps of your smile while also improving your aesthetics and your ability to eat and speak without difficulty. It’s generally used when no more than four consecutive teeth are missing in a row along the upper or lower arch of the mouth.
Types of Dental Bridges
You will discover in your consultation with Dr. Twohig that there are two types of dental bridges you can choose from: a traditional fixed bridge or an implant bridge. Which one you will need requires an examination from our team and a discussion about your budget and smile goals.
Traditional Dental Bridge
After a tooth is extracted, neighboring teeth will quickly begin to shift into the open space as a way to compensate. To prevent this, dental bridges can effectively fill that space with a crown on either side (both of which are anchored by altered neighboring teeth) and a series of false teeth that fill the gap, or pontics.
Implant Bridge
An implant bridge may look similar to a traditional one; however, the main difference is the dental implants that are used. Instead of altering healthy abutment teeth, this solution requires placing two implant posts into the jawbone, allowing them to fuse with this area of the facial structure. When ready, the custom bridge will then be snapped into place on top of the implants.
What Are the Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge?
Choosing a dental bridge to rebuild and restore your smile is a worthwhile decision and investment, one that will help you enjoy a better quality of life than before. You will notice that:
- You smile more confidently because you have a full set of teeth
- Your oral health improves by keeping natural teeth firmly in place instead of drifting out of alignment
- You lower your risk of jawbone resorption when you choose an implant bridge
- You can easily clean and maintain your restoration
- Your artificial teeth can last 15 years or more (traditional bridge) or 30+ years (implant bridge)
- You’ll enjoy a more natural-looking, youthful appearance