Dental bridges in Bicester

What are the benefits of dental bridges?

As well as restoring the appearance of your smile, a dental bridge can help:

• • Restore chewing and speech function
  • Distribute your bite more evenly, reducing stress on remaining teeth
  • Prevent remaining teeth from drifting into the space
  • Support facial structure, helping to prevent bone loss and sagging
  • Reduces risk of TMJ problems, reducing strain on the jaw joint
  • Support your overall dental health

How is a bridge fitted?

1. At your first appointment, your dentist will examine your teeth and jaw. If you have strong enough teeth with good bone support, then a bridge could be a great option to restore your smile
2. An impression or scan will be taken of your mouth, from which a plaster or digital model will be built of your teeth and gums to enable your dentist to understand how your teeth bite together
3. The teeth either side of the gap will need to be reduced in size to fit the fixings and accommodate the bridge so it fits well and sits comfortably in your mouth

How do you look after a dental bridge?

Caring for your dental bridge is important to keep it strong and your mouth healthy.

• You should brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and clean around the bridge using floss or special interdental brushes to remove plaque
• Regular dental health check-ups are essential to monitor the bridge and the supporting teeth
• Avoid biting very hard foods or using your teeth to open packages, as this can damage the bridge

Your dentist will give you personalised advice to help keep your bridge in good condition.

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