A tooth extraction would be necessary during certain oral issues such as severe cavities, external trauma, impacted teeth, malocclusion, etc. Whatever the reason may be, a missing tooth should be replaced with a prosthetic as soon as possible to prevent any complications in the future. This is where Dental bridges come into the picture.
A dental bridge is a prosthetic that is used to replace a missing tooth. It would look exactly like a natural tooth and would restore the functionality of the mouth. It would be the perfect tooth replacement solution for patients who wouldn’t want to undergo surgery to get their tooth replaced.
The dentist would start off with a visual examination of the teeth and gums. Scans and x-rays of the teeth will be taken to determine the spacing available for the bridge, any hidden cavities, receding of gums, drifting of teeth, etc. Once you’re deemed fit for a bridge, a small layer of enamel will be taken off from the tooth surfaces by buffing them. This is done to accommodate the crowns on the adjacent teeth. Local anesthesia may be administered during this to prevent pain and discomfort. A mold of the adjoining teeth along with the gap left by the missing tooth will be taken to fabricate the bridge.
The data from the scans will be sent to a dental laboratory where the bridge will be made from dental-grade ceramic. Once the bridge is ready, the adjoining teeth will be prepared by etching. The bridge will then be placed in position and checked for fit and comfort. Any changes, if required, will be made and once it is perfect, it will be permanently bonded in place using dental adhesives and hardened using a curing light of the right wavelength.
To know more about dental bridges, call us at (510) 656-4400 or schedule an online appointment with our dental professionals at our office in Newark, CA. We will be happy to help.
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