Dental Bridges Swords

If you are missing a tooth, it is important that you get it replaced for a number of reasons. As well as affecting how your smile looks, a missing tooth can put strain on the other teeth as your chewing action changes. The extra space can also encourage your remaining teeth to grow crookedly. This will exacerbate the strain on your teeth and cause more problems in the longer term.

Food can gather in the gap and attract the bacteria that cause halitosis and tooth decay. By filling in the gap, your teeth become easier to clean. In some cases, a missing tooth can also affect your speech.

Bridges are fairly durable and, if you have a good oral health routine, they can last for 5 to 15 years on average.

Having a dental bridge fitted will generally require two to three appointments. During the first appointment, your needs for a dental bridge will be assessed. You will then have an appointment to anchor the teeth or implants so they are ready for the bridges and to create moulds of the affected area. Your final visit will be to have the bridges fitted.

It is important to maintain good oral hygiene if you have dental bridges, including brushing, flossing and getting regular check-ups. You should also make sure you have a healthy diet. Your dentist will advise you on post-treatment care.