In a situation where a patient loses one to three teeth (in a row) we may recommend a crown-retained prosthetic known as a dental bridge. What do you know about dental bridges? By placing one and addressing tooth loss in a timely manner, you can avoid a host of complications and enjoy improved oral health, as well as a beautiful and whole smile.
Try Our Quiz on Dental Bridges
- True or False: They are held in place with crowns.
- True or False: The prosthetic is custom-made.
- True or False: Placement takes two visits.
- True or False: You will need to floss and brush your new prosthetic daily.
Answer Key
- True. The crowns, also known as abutments, will be placed on the natural teeth on each side of the gap in your smile. We prepare the teeth beforehand by removing a small amount of tooth structure. The restorations then anchor the pontics, or replacement teeth, firmly in place.
- True. Prior to fabrication, we will take detailed impressions of your smile. At a dental lab, the impressions will be used to design and create the prosthetic using lifelike materials. We want your new teeth to look natural and blend with the rest of your smile.
- True. During the first visit, we prepare the teeth and take detailed impressions. In the next visit, we place the completed prosthetic. In just two visits you can once again enjoy a healthy and complete smile.
- True. You should brush the bridge twice a day and floss around it once a day. We also suggest flossing in the space between the prosthetic and your gum to ensure a long lasing prosthetic while also protecting your gum health. If you have any questions about our tooth replacement options, then please contact our office today.
Is a Bridge the Right Choice for You?
At Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, we can address lost teeth with a dental prosthetic. We’ve proudly served our patients in Astoria, NY (including Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and all surrounding communities) since 1991. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Leibowitz, call our office in Astoria today at 718-728-8320.
