Bridges

Bridges close the gap left by missing teeth, restoring stability to your bite and balance to your smile. They prevent neighboring teeth from shifting, which protects long-term oral health.

A Dental Bridge

Bridge Prep

Bridge vs. Implant

Cantilever Bridge

A bridge helps maintain facial symmetry by preventing bone collapse in the missing area.

  • Bridges rely on neighboring teeth for support.

  • Fixed bridges can restore chewing capacity and speech more effectively than removable appliances.

  • Missing teeth can cause adjacent teeth to drift, leading to bite misalignment.

  • Proper hygiene, including floss threaders, is crucial to clean under a bridge.

  • Unlike implants, which replace a tooth root and preserve bone, bridges rely on neighboring teeth for support.

  • Because the supporting teeth are crowned to anchor the bridge, the procedure can simultaneously repair decay, fractures, or large fillings in the abutment teeth.