Tooth loss is no fun! That’s why it’s important that you schedule an appointment with one of our dentists in Palatka, FL, as soon as you lose a tooth. From there, they’ll be able to evaluate your oral health and determine if you’re a candidate for the dental bridge procedure. Dental bridges can greatly improve your oral health and quality of life. Not to mention, they’re one of the most stable replacement teeth available to patients.
Here’s what else you need to know about dental bridge treatment at Palatka Family Dental.
A dental bridge is a fixed appliance that replaces a missing tooth. It contains a prosthetic tooth that’s held in place by crowns on either dental implants or teeth that have been prepared for the procedure.
In general, the takes two visits to our office. During your first appointment, we’ll prepare any natural teeth that will receive crowns. If we’re placing the bridge on dental implants, no further action is needed.
Next, we’ll take impressions of your teeth and send them to the lab responsible for creating your porcelain dental bridge. In the meantime, we may place temporary crowns to protect your smile until you see us again.
When you return to our office, we’ll remove any temporary crowns and bond the permanent dental bridge in place.
One of the main is that they restore your smile after tooth loss. This allows you to smile with confidence and eat your favorite foods once again. It will also help protect any remaining teeth from drifting toward the empty socket and loosening over time.
Compared to dentures, dental bridges offer more security while you eat, talk, smile, and laugh. You’ll never have to worry about your dental bridge slipping. Instead, you’ll be able to enjoy ultimate peace of mind as you go about your day.
Want to learn more about dental bridges? Our , would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. To schedule an appointment, please call Palatka Family Dental at (386) 328-1500. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.