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Dental bridges are a popular solution for replacing teeth lost on a single side of your mouth (generally, 1 to 4 teeth). A dental bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by joining them to an adjacent tooth or teeth. Here are a few reasons why our patients love dental bridges for replacing missing teeth:
We are one of the few practices in the city of Edinburgh to offer same-day CEREC porcelain Emax restorations. This way of creating restorations is:
This is an informal, no-obligation chat about your options, and we welcome any questions you have. No question is too small when you are considering tooth replacement treatment. We value spending time with our patients to make sure they are not rushed and come to a considered decision about how to proceed.
Digital scans, X-rays and a full examination of your mouth are carried out. This information helps us to establish your suitability for a dental bridge. Bridges require the support of healthy teeth on both sides of the gap – your dentist will check to see if your teeth can provide this support. If this is not the case, we can look at other options, such as implant-based treatments and dentures. Whatever the outcome of your examination, we will help you find a way to address gaps in your teeth.
The damaged portion of the tooth is removed, and some additional tooth structure may need to be removed to create adequate space for your bridge. A scan is then taken to provide the basis for the shape of the new crowns for your bridge. Your dentist will ensure the crowns are a match for your natural tooth shade.
Your bridge is then fitted at a later date after being made in a laboratory.
We offer bridges for patients with natural teeth on one side of the missing tooth, using a metal wing that the bite will allow. This is called a Maryland bridge and is much less invasive than a conventional bridge.
We can also offer a traditional bridge that uses crowns on either side – these support the natural teeth responsible for holding the false tooth in the gap in position. This is used more on back teeth, but every case would be individually assessed for suitability and all options discussed.
Yes. We offer implant-supported bridges for patients who want the most biocompatible and bio-friendly option for missing teeth. Implants provide replacement tooth roots for your bridge, which:
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