Dental Bridges in Camberley
A fixed, non-removable way to replace one or more missing teeth - supported by the adjacent natural teeth.
A dental bridge spans the gap left by a missing tooth using adjacent teeth as anchors. The neighbouring teeth are crowned, and a false tooth (pontic) is suspended between them - creating a fixed, non-removable restoration. Bridges are well-suited when adjacent teeth already need crowning.
Dental Bridges - Key Benefits
- Permanently fixed - non-removable, like natural teeth
- Restores ability to chew and speak normally
- Natural-looking all-ceramic or zirconia materials
- No surgical procedure required
- Quicker than implant treatment
- Cost-effective when adjacent teeth also need crowns
Bridge vs Dental Implant
For a single missing tooth in an otherwise healthy mouth, a dental implant is the gold standard - it does not affect adjacent teeth and preserves jawbone. A bridge is an excellent alternative when adjacent teeth already require crowning or when implant surgery is not appropriate.
Caring for a Bridge
Standard floss cannot pass through a bridge - interdental brushes or floss threaders are needed to clean beneath the pontic daily. Neglecting this area leads to decay of the abutment teeth.
What to Expect
- 1Assessment, X-rays, and treatment planning
- 2Abutment teeth prepared under local anaesthetic
- 3Impressions taken and sent to specialist laboratory
- 4Temporary bridge placed (1 - 2 weeks)
- 5Permanent bridge fitted and cemented
- 6Cleaning technique demonstrated