The Impact of Leaving a Missing Tooth Untreated
Open spaces can let teeth drift and plaque collect, which often leads to bite changes and extra wear. We’ll review options, timelines, and maintenance in clear language. Many patients ask about dental bridges when a single missing tooth makes chewing awkward or smiling less confident.
How We Guide You From Exam to Final Placement
Your visit includes photos, digital scans, and a bite check. Supporting teeth may be prepared. We’ll take impressions and place a provisional while the lab crafts your bridge. If you are looking for a tooth bridge, we’ll guide you step by step, from shade selection to try-in, before bonding the final restoration.
Keeping Treatment Smooth and Your Bridge Easy to Maintain
We use local anesthesia to keep you comfortable, confirm your bite before you leave, and provide home-care tips for floss threaders and brushes. We’ll show you how to clean under the replacement tooth and protect the supporting teeth long-term.
When a Dental Bridge Makes the Most Sense
You’re likely a candidate if the neighboring teeth are strong enough to support crowns, your gums are healthy, and the space from a missing tooth is small to moderate. We’ll review bite forces, hygiene habits, and long-term maintenance to keep results stable. For some patients, dental bridges are preferred when adjacent teeth already need teeth caps; for others, an implant or a partial may suit goals and budget better.
Start Your Dental Bridge Plan Today
Choose Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Ellicott City and meet with our dentist to review options, timelines, and costs, then leave with a clear plan built around comfort, function, and appearance. Schedule today and take the next step toward a confident smile.
Start Your Dental Bridge Plan Today
Choose Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Ellicott City and meet with our dentist to review options, timelines, and costs, then leave with a clear plan built around comfort, function, and appearance. Schedule today and take the next step toward a confident smile.
FAQs
With regular cleanings and good home care, many bridges last for years; we’ll review maintenance at each visit.
Book a consult as you would at any dentist appointment. We’ll examine the space, discuss materials, and map the timeline.
Yes, bridges can be planned alongside checkups and other care as part of family dentistry in Ellicott City when scheduling is tight.
