4041 Highway 90 Pace, FL 32571
What Is a Dental Bridge
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring a replacement tooth, or pontic, to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. Once in place, a bridge restores your ability to bite, chew, and speak normally while preventing the surrounding teeth from shifting into the empty space.
At Advanced Dental Concepts in Pace, FL, we custom-fit every bridge to match the shape, size, and shade of your natural teeth, creating a seamless result that blends into your smile. Bridges are a time-tested, reliable solution that has helped patients restore their bite for decades. Because the procedure does not require surgery, many patients find it to be a faster and more comfortable path to a complete smile compared to other replacement options.
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Why Replacing a Missing Tooth Matters
A missing tooth does more than affect your appearance. Without replacement, the surrounding teeth gradually shift toward the open space, which can lead to bite misalignment, increased wear, and difficulty chewing. The opposing tooth in the other arch can also begin to shift downward or upward without a tooth to bite against.
Left unaddressed, these changes can affect your jaw joint, lead to additional tooth loss, and make future restorative treatment more complex and costly. Replacing a missing tooth promptly with a bridge helps preserve the alignment and function of your entire bite.
What to Expect from the Dental Bridge Process
Consultation and Exam
We begin with a thorough evaluation of the gap and the surrounding teeth, including X-rays as needed, to confirm a bridge is the appropriate treatment.
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Preparing the Abutment Teeth
The teeth on either side of the gap are gently reshaped to make room for the crowns that will anchor the bridge in place.
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Impressions
Precise impressions of the prepared teeth and surrounding area are taken and sent to a dental laboratory, where your custom bridge is fabricated to match the shape and shade of your natural teeth. A temporary bridge is placed to protect the area while your permanent restoration is being made.
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Placement
Once your custom bridge is ready, you return to our office for placement. We check the fit and bite carefully before permanently cementing the bridge, leaving you with a fully restored, natural-looking smile.
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Is a Dental Bridge the Right Option for You
A bridge is typically a strong option for patients missing one or a few consecutive teeth who have healthy, stable teeth on either side of the gap to serve as support, known as abutment teeth. Good candidates also have healthy gums and no significant underlying decay in the supporting teeth.
For patients who prefer not to alter the adjacent natural teeth, or who are missing several teeth in a row, a dental implant or implant-supported bridge may be a more suitable alternative. During your consultation at our Pace, FL office, our team will evaluate your bite, the condition of your remaining teeth, and your overall goals to recommend the most appropriate solution.
Restore Your Bite with a Dental Bridge in Pace
A missing tooth does not have to mean a lifetime of compromise. Our team at Advanced Dental Concepts is here to help you restore your bite, protect your remaining teeth, and feel confident in your smile again. Reach out today and let us help you find the right path back to a complete, comfortable smile.
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