Dental Bridges in London

Fixing Dental Gaps with Bridges

Bridges are a permanent and natural-looking way to fill a gap caused by one or more missing teeth.

A bridge is a dental prosthesis that consists of one or more false teeth anchored by attachments to the adjacent natural teeth. It provides a permanent and aesthetically pleasing solution to fill the gap created by one or more missing teeth.
Dental bridges are designed to restore both function and aesthetics. Additionally, they help maintain good periodontal health by preventing the tilting and drifting of neighbouring teeth that can occur naturally after tooth extraction.
Our prosthodontic experts at the Dental Care Centre offer high-quality dental bridges in London that are indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

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Components of a Dental Bridge

A dental bridge consists of three main components:

• Abutment
  An abutment serves as the attachment and support for an artificial tooth. It can be either a natural tooth or a dental implant.
  A natural tooth abutment must be sufficiently strong to support a dental bridge. If the abutment has undergone root canal treatment, it is advisable to insert a post to enhance its strength before placing the bridge.

• Pontic
  This represents the artificial tooth used to replace a missing natural tooth.

• Connector
  The connector is the component that attaches the abutment crown to the pontic.

Types of Dental Bridges

There are several types of dental bridges available. The selection depends on aesthetic requirements, the number of missing teeth, the periodontal health of neighboring teeth, and the patient’s age. The types of dental bridges include:

Conventional Bridges

A conventional or fixed bridge involves placing crowns on the two adjacent teeth to support a false tooth in between.
Fixed bridges are an excellent option if the teeth on either side are strong enough, already crowned, or have large fillings.
The bridge may be constructed from a metal layer coated with a porcelain layer or made entirely of ceramic material.

Maryland Bridges

They are also known as adhesive or resin-bonded bridges. The artificial tooth is supported by two metal wings bonded to the back surface of adjacent teeth.
Adhesive bridges are commonly used to replace front teeth, as they cannot withstand masticatory forces.

Implant-Supported Bridges

They are similar to conventional bridges; the only difference is that the abutments supporting the crowns are dental implants rather than natural teeth.
Dental implants are metal screws that are inserted into the jawbone to replicate the root of a natural tooth, providing support for the final restoration.

Dental Bridge Procedure

At Dental Care Centre, we combine expertise with advanced materials to create dental bridges that are aesthetically pleasing and functionally durable, ensuring they last for years. Our prosthodontic experts have transformed the lives of over 30,000 patients by providing natural-looking replacements for missing teeth.
During your initial consultation, the adjacent teeth are examined to determine if they are strong enough to support a dental bridge. Any existing decay must be treated before proceeding. If the tooth is root canal filled, an X-ray is required to assess the success of the root filling. In some cases, inserting a post inside the root canal may be recommended to enhance the tooth’s support before receiving a dental bridge.
If the adjacent teeth are not strong enough to support a dental bridge, alternative replacement solutions may be considered, such as dental implants or removable partial dentures.
The dental bridge procedure typically requires two visits to complete.
During your initial visit, the shade for your future restoration is selected based on the neighbouring teeth’ colour to ensure a seamless match. Next, the selected abutments are reduced, which involves removing a calculated amount of tooth structure to create space for the crowns. Finally, an impression is taken, and your bite is recorded. This information will be sent to the dental lab for bridge fabrication.
During your second visit, the dental bridge is fitted and checked for colour matching, margin adaptation, and bite alignment with the opposing teeth. If everything is satisfactory, the dental bridge is fixed using strong cement.

Care and Maintenance of a Dental Bridge

Caring for your dental bridge is similar to caring for natural teeth. Brush and floss your teeth as you normally would. An interdental brush (a small brush designed to easily pass in between your teeth) is highly effective in cleaning beneath your dental bridge. Schedule regular check-ups with our experts to identify any potential issues early on.