Whether you sustained tooth loss due to an injury, decay or aging, a dental bridge is one way to restore your smile both in appearance and function. As the name implies, it bridges the gap left by missing teeth. The prosthetic gives you functional and aesthetic benefits by bringing back and improving your ability to bite, chew, and speak, as well as restoring your smile by replacing the missing tooth or teeth.
Some people worry about getting an implant to replace their missing tooth because they think it will look out of place or be noticeably different from the rest of their teeth. Don’t put off a beautiful, healthy smile because of concerns like this. Implants are made to fit in with your natural teeth. In fact, implants feel and look so natural that you won’t be able to tell the difference between your natural teeth and the implant.
Are the gaps from missing teeth in your smile causing gaps in your self-confidence? Maybe you are afraid of losing your dentures when you sneeze
If you or someone you know has faced losing a tooth, then you know how concerning it can be. Will you ever be able to