If you’re missing one tooth or multiple teeth in a row, it can make everyday activities such as eating, speaking, and chewing more difficult. You shouldn’t have to miss out on your favorite foods or feel self-conscious about showing off your smile. At Mission Hills Family Dental, we can help you get a full, youthful-looking smile with dental bridges.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a prosthesis that connects to your existing teeth on either side of the gap. Before we attach the bridge, we’ll place dental crowns on those teeth to help support the bridge. The bridge has artificial, but natural-looking, teeth in the middle that fill in the space once the bridge is in place. If needed, we can also connect the bridge to dental implants!

Benefits of Dental Bridges

Bridges offer a variety of benefits for patients in need of tooth replacement. They can:

• Complete your smile
• Help you chew and speak more easily
• Keep your existing teeth from moving into the open space
• Maintain your facial shape
• Preserve your natural bite

How Much Does a Dental Bridge Cost?

The cost of dental bridges depends on a variety of factors including the number of missing teeth, your current oral health, and more. During your consultation and examination, we’ll design a personalized treatment plan to meet your unique needs. Once we’ve mapped out your treatment, we will provide you with an accurate cost estimate, and we’ll go over your financial options. We’re insurance friendly, have flexible monthly payment plans, and even have our own in-house savers plan. Our team will work with you to help you get a complete, beautiful smile once more!

The Dental Bridge Process

Getting a dental bridge typically requires two visits. First, the teeth on either side of the gap are reshaped to support the bridge. Impressions are then taken to create a custom bridge that fits comfortably and blends naturally with your smile. A temporary bridge is placed while your permanent one is crafted. At the second visit, the final bridge is securely bonded in place, restoring both function and aesthetics to your smile.

Do I need a dental bridge or a dental crown?

The choice between a dental bridge and a dental crown depends on your specific dental needs. A crown is ideal if you have a damaged or weakened tooth that needs protection and reinforcement. A bridge is used when you are missing one or more teeth and need to restore function and appearance by anchoring a replacement tooth to adjacent healthy teeth. During your consultation, we’ll assess your situation and recommend the best option for your oral health needs.