What are dental bridges?
If you have lost a tooth, it is sometimes possible to use the teeth on either side to support a fixed replacement tooth in place. This means that, unlike a denture, you don’t have to take a bridge out, and it also means that there is no “plate” covering part of the gum.
Who are dental bridges for?
If you don’t want, or can’t tolerate, a denture, and the teeth beside the gap are suitable to support the replacement tooth, a bridge might be the best option. Alternatives include dentures and implants.
How do dental bridges work?
To make a dental bridge, we prepare the teeth on either side of the gap, sometimes so they can be crowned to support the bridge, and sometimes very little preparation is necessary, such as for an adhesive bridge which sticks on to the side of the tooth. Having prepared the teeth, we usually scan the teeth and the gap, and then the lab designs and makes the replacement teeth to our specifications. The key is to make the bridge look and feel like the natural teeth, and ensure that proper hygiene can be maintained.
How long does it take to make a dental bridge?
The preparation visit can take up to 90 minutes, and the fit of your new bridge is usually a couple of weeks later for 30 to 40 minutes.
How much do dental bridges cost?
This varies depending on the number of teeth involved and the material we use. Bridges cost from about £2800 for private patients and from about £2000 for Dental Subscribers.
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Frequently asked questions
Why have a bridge rather than an implant?
Does a bridge always involve cutting the other teeth?
Can I use my new bridge to eat?