Dental Bridges – Lockport, IL
Constructing a Healthier, Complete Smile
At Grand Dental – Lockport, when we see patients battling tooth loss, we want to make things right. If you are missing multiple teeth and are tired of being unable to eat your favorite foods or speak and smile confidently, you’ve come to the right place. With customized dental bridges in Lockport, our dentists can construct a more confident, complete, and natural-looking smile you will love. Call to schedule an appointment if you would like to learn more about these personalized tooth replacements.
Why Choose Grand Dental – Lockport for Dental Bridges?
- We Offer Early, Late, and Saturday Dental Appointments
- Our Dentists are Highly Qualified & Committed to Continuing Education
- Only Lifelike Zirconia Materials Are Used for Optimal Strength
What is a Dental Bridge?
If you have one or more missing teeth, a dental bridge can fill the space to help you regain a beautiful aesthetic, greater confidence, and better oral health. Made with two dental crowns and a row of artificial teeth, it sits on your gums and anchors to healthy adjacent teeth, delivering a lifelike smile.
To receive a traditional dental bridge, you must have existing teeth that are strong enough to support the restoration.
Types of Dental Bridges
To determine which type of dental bridge you need, one of our dentists will meet with you during a scheduled consultation. Our team will examine your teeth, bone, and gums to decide whether the adjacent teeth on each side of the gap will support your new bridge. If so, and you prefer a non-surgical solution, a fixed restoration may be the right option. Otherwise, we will suggest an implant bridge that offers stability and longevity.
- Traditional Fixed Bridge: A fixed bridge consists of two dental crowns that fuse with artificial pontics (teeth). It fills the space that once held your natural teeth so that all you see is a natural-looking, complete smile. Once in place, you can enjoy daily tasks like eating and speaking again, and smile more confidently.
- Implant Bridge: Instead of relying on adjacent teeth to anchor your bridge, we will use two titanium posts to support your new smile. These biocompatible rods will fuse with your bone to ensure stability once your restoration is firmly attached. With an implant bridge, there is no need to alter surrounding teeth.
What Are the Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge?
Tooth loss can carry significant issues that affect your daily life. If you don’t get your teeth replaced, you can suffer from a lack of self-esteem, poor oral health, and additional tooth and bone loss. This is why getting a customized dental bridge is worth the investment. These restorations offer many wonderful benefits, including:
- Greater Confidence: You will enjoy greater self-esteem with a dental bridge because your smile is complete. Instead of worrying about what others think, you can remain confident that your teeth look great in their new location.
- No Fear of Dental Drift: Missing teeth can cause those nearby to shift out of alignment. This is an attempt to close the gap. A dental bridge stops this process and keeps your natural teeth in place, helping you avoid orthodontic treatment down the road.
- Clearer Speech: You need your teeth for clearer speech. However, when multiple teeth are missing, you may sound muffled or slur your speech. A dental bridge can fix this by rebuilding part of your smile and restoring your ability to speak clearly.
- Lasting Results: Dental bridges can last a decade or longer when you commit to proper care and maintenance. Implant bridges have a lifespan of 30 years or more.