Dental Bridges in Fredericksburg, VA
Are you experiencing functional problems with your tooth? Possibly you've lost one, several, or had an extraction and need a way to make your smile whole and fully function again? At North River Dental Care, we can help you achieve your complete, perfect smile with a dental bridge.
How are dental bridges different from other tooth restorations?
If you're experiencing functional problems with a tooth, lost a tooth, or have had a tooth extracted, a dental bridge may be the best solution to restore your smile. Out of the tooth replacement options available— dental crowns and dentures— dental bridges are an effective and efficient way to fill in the gap. A dental bridge includes one or two crowns on each side with a false tooth or teeth in between. The false tooth or teeth can be made from gold, alloy, porcelain, or a combination of materials. Dental bridges can replace a tooth while also helping to preserve its surrounding teeth.
What are the benefits of dental bridges?
If you have lost a tooth but aren't ready to commit to an implant or meet the requirement of dentures, a dental bridge may be a restorative dentistry solution that you come across. The benefits of dental bridges include:
- Preserving remaining teeth from shifting
- Long-term stability and support
- Restoring function and aesthetics
How long do dental bridges last?
Similar to any other restorative dentistry treatment, dental bridges require good care to last long. On average, a dental bridge can last at least five years. Whether you have a fixed dental bridge or removable bridge, it's essential to brush and floss daily as well as clean underneath the bridge and maintain routine checkups. During regular dental visits, Dr. Bailey can determine if your bridge is in good condition and shape for it to continue to maintain your complete, healthy smile. If you're curious if our dental bridges in Fredericksburg, VA, are right for you, contact our office!
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr Ryan Bailey DDS, FAGD
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My name is Dr. Ryan Bailey, and I am excited to introduce you to North River Dental Care! We are a gentle, soothing, and comfortable dental practice dedicated to excellence and serving the Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and surrounding communities!
I earned my dental degree at the VCU School of Dentistry, where I was named to the Dean’s List for outstanding academic achievement. I also received several awards for high quality of care and conscientious attention to detail, including the Quintessence Publishing Company Award in Periodontics (healing gums and bone), the Teledyne ...
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How to Maintain a Dental Bridge
There are several options to restore missing teeth. A dental bridge can be a great solution to replace missing teeth!
A dental bridge often consists of two dental crowns placed on the natural teeth surrounding a gap with an artificial tooth in the middle of these crowns. It can also be secured to only one crown, to dental implants, or with metal attachments to natural teeth.
Dental bridges are fairly simple to clean and can last 10 or more years. However, this long lifespan is only possible if a patient properly cares ...
