Dental Bridge

You may want a bridge but not have the two healthy teeth to support it. Don’t worry! You can choose a dental implant bridge instead. This means that an implant is used to support the bridge instead of a natural tooth.

You will need to replace your dental bridge every five to ten years. If you would prefer a more permanent solution, dental implants may be a better choice.

The cost of a dental bridge depends on the condition of the neighbouring teeth, so it is not always easy to estimate. You should always book an appointment with a hygienist beforehand so that your teeth can be cleaned and checked for gum disease.

First of all, we’ll call you in for a 60 minute consultation. Here we will scan your teeth and send the results to our lab. Our technicians will use the scan to build a bridge that fits your teeth perfectly. This takes about two weeks, but we’ll give you a temporary bridge to wear until then. As soon as we get your bridge back from the lab, we’ll call you in to get it fitted.

There is a special type of dental bridge called a cantilever bridge. This can be used to replace several teeth at once. Unlike a dental bridge, a cantilever bridge only requires one healthy tooth for support.

There are several types of dental bridges, so a preliminary consultation is important. It gives us a chance to scan your teeth and go over your treatment options. We’ll explain the advantages and disadvantages of each procedure and then give you a personalised treatment plan to take home.