At first, it may seem like a small inconvenience, but you’ll adjust and chew differently, or speak in a way that covers the fact that you no longer have a tooth in that spot, but over time, that missing tooth will begin to affect the surrounding infrastructure. Think of your teeth like support beams. They rely on each other for balance and support. And that is where a dental bridge comes in.
Patients who experience tooth loss often struggle to choose a tooth replacement option. Whether you have personally experienced this or not, you can imagine the frustration of choosing an option that is not only best for your budget but fits your lifestyle as well. One treatment that we often recommend when one or more teeth are missing is a dental bridge. Read on to learn more about a dental bridge and why we may recommend this treatment.
After experiencing tooth loss, it is extremely important to speak with us as soon as possible to learn about your tooth replacement options. Delaying the process to replace the tooth can lead to serious complications for your oral health, such as jawbone deterioration and uneven wear of teeth. Even if your smile hasn’t been affected and you are missing your molars in the back of your mouth, it can cause problems with the way you eat and digest food, as well as negatively affect your quality of life. We offer a number of replacement options, but one in particular is helpful in replacing one or multiple teeth – a dental bridge.
