A complete, healthy smile boosts confidence and plays a vital role in your overall well-being. If you are missing one or more teeth, you might feel self-conscious or experience difficulty with simple tasks like chewing or speaking. At Create a Smile, PC in Bloomington, IN, Dr. Ken Moore and Dr. Elena Wiser offer a reliable and effective solution: dental bridges. This restorative treatment can bridge the gap left by missing teeth, restoring both the function and beauty of your smile.
Why Might You Need a Dental Bridge?
Losing a tooth can happen for many reasons, including decay, gum disease, or injury. Regardless of the cause, the resulting space can lead to a cascade of dental problems. Neighboring teeth may begin to drift into the empty space, causing a bad bite, stress on your teeth and jaw, and an increased risk for tooth decay and gum disease.
A dental bridge is a custom-fitted prosthetic designed to fill the space where teeth are missing. It is typically composed of one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, which are held in place by crowns attached to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. By filling this space, a bridge prevents surrounding teeth from shifting and maintains the integrity of your bite.
The Importance and Advantages of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are a cornerstone of restorative dentistry for good reason. They offer significant advantages for both your oral health and your appearance.
- Restores Your Smile: A bridge replaces missing teeth, giving you a full, natural-looking smile and enhancing your facial aesthetics.
- Improves Function: It allows you to chew and speak properly, functions that can be impaired by missing teeth.
- Distributes Bite Force: By filling the gap, a bridge properly distributes the forces in your bite, taking the pressure off your remaining natural teeth.
- Prevents Teeth from Shifting: It holds the space, preventing adjacent teeth from drifting out of position and causing alignment issues.
If you are missing teeth, a dental bridge may be just what you need to revitalize your smile.
Personalized Bridge Options at Create a Smile
Your customized dental bridge can come in several types, and you and your dentist at Create a Smile Dentistry will discuss the best option for you and your dental health. Dr. Moore and Dr. Wiser believe in a personalized approach to care. They will conduct a thorough examination to determine the most suitable type of bridge for your specific needs, considering factors like the location of the missing tooth and the health of the surrounding teeth.
The most common type is the traditional bridge, but other options like cantilever bridges or Maryland bridges may be recommended. The team at Create a Smile, PC is dedicated to providing you with a durable, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing restoration.
Don’t let missing teeth affect your confidence or your health. Contact our office in Bloomington, IN, today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ken Moore or Dr. Elena Wiser. Let us help you bridge the gap and rediscover your complete, beautiful smile.
CONTACT CREATE A SMILE, PC – DR. KEN MOORE:
(812) 332-1405
LOCATION (TAP TO OPEN IN GOOGLE MAPS):
2815 NORTH WALNUT
BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA
47404
