Dental bridges are a popular way to replace a missing tooth and restore your smile and functionality of your teeth. Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS offers dental bridges to his patients looking to replace a missing tooth.
Dental bridges work by using the teeth adjacent to the space where there is a missing tooth. The adjacent teeth are reshaped and crowns are added to them with the replacement tooth in the middle. Replacing a missing tooth will prevent other teeth from shifting, it can restore your ability to talk and chew, and it will allow the jaw to keep its normal shape.
During your first appointment, Dr. Morehart will reshape the adjacent teeth. Impressions of the area will be taken to send to a dental laboratory so customized crowns and the replacement tooth can be created. During the time the laboratory is creating the bridge, a temporary bridge will be placed so you can continue normal use of your teeth. When the new bridge is ready, it will be cemented into place. Dr. Morehart may want to follow up with you to make sure bite and function is ideal.
Dental bridges are usually made of metal or porcelain, or a combination. With good care, dental bridges have been known to last over fifteen years.
If you are missing a tooth and looking for a long lasting way to replace it, dental bridges may be the option for you. To schedule a consultation at our Enid, OK dental office, call us at (580) 237-2213 or visit our website, www.eniddentalcare.com.
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