Dental Bridges vs Dental Implants

Dental bridges are currently the most popular form of tooth replacement for multiple teeth. Multiple individual dental implants could also be used to fill these spaces but for some people, dental bridges are recommended because they lessen the strain on that area of your mouth.

If you grind or clench your teeth, this may cause a dental implant to loosen and come out. Bridges spread the impact across a wider area, so the won’t be in as much danger.

Dental bridges can last anywhere from five to 15 years, depending on how well you take care of your oral hygiene. Coming to our office for regular dental cleanings can help them to last longer, too.

The Dental Bridge Process

In order for your bridge to be placed, you’ll need to get two dental crowns. The dental crown process, as described above, will be the same for those teeth. While your permanent bridge is being made, you’ll receive a temporary bridge so you won’t have to live without teeth.

When your permanent bridge is ready, you’ll return to our office so Heidi Sprowls DDS can place it.

Repairing Your Dental Bridge

If you’ve noticed something wrong with your dental bridge, contact our office by calling (937) 434-1151 so we can help you. Depending on the issue, Heidi Sprowls DDS may be able to repair your bridge.

In the case that the porcelain coating on your bridge is cracked or chipped, this can be easily fixed. But if there’s an issue with one of your abutment teeth, the bridge will likely need to be replaced.