{"id":281,"date":"2015-07-06T15:46:57","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:46:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.viennapleasantdental.com\/?page_id=281"},"modified":"2015-07-06T15:46:57","modified_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:46:57","slug":"fixed-bridges","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/procedures\/prosthodontics\/fixed-bridges\/","title":{"rendered":"Fixed Bridges"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<div id=\"StylizedImage\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/styles.prosites.com\/litesite\/2018\/GenedImages\/Stylized\/s_Prosthodontics-1503770470.jpg\" id=\"ctl00_ImageFlareStylized1_ImageFlareStylized1\">\n        <\/div>\n<p>    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/\/&lt;![CDATA[\nSys.WebForms.PageRequestManager._initialize('ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$sm', 'aspnetForm', [], [], [], 90, 'ctl00');\n\/\/]]&gt;\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Item_Name\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_PageServiceLineItemName\">\n<div style=\"float:left\"><span id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Pagename\">Fixed Bridges<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float:right\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Group_Items\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span>A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance and is an excellent way to replace missing teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span>There are several types of bridges.&nbsp; You and your dentist will discuss the best options for your particular case.&nbsp; The \u201ctraditional bridge\u201d is the most popular type and is usually made of porcelain fused to metal.&nbsp;&nbsp;This type of bridge consists of two crowns that go over two anchoring teeth (abutment teeth) and are attached to pontics (artificial teeth), filling the gap created by one or more missing teeth.&nbsp; <\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span><\/span><span>Dental bridges are highly durable and will last many years, however they may need replacement or need to be re-cemented due to normal wear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span><font size=\"4\"><strong>Reasons for a fixed bridge:<\/strong><\/font><\/span><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Fill space of missing teeth.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Maintain facial shape.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Restore chewing and speaking ability.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Restore your smile.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><span>Upgrade from a removable partial denture to a permanent dental appliance.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span><font size=\"4\"><strong>What does getting a fixed bridge involve?<\/strong><\/font><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span>Getting a bridge usually requires two or more visits.&nbsp; While the teeth are numb, the two anchoring teeth are prepared by removing a portion of enamel to allow for a crown.&nbsp; Next, a highly accurate impression (mold) is made which will be sent to a dental laboratory where the bridge will be fabricated.&nbsp; In addition, a temporary bridge will be made and worn for several weeks until your next appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span>At the second visit, your permanent bridge will be carefully checked, adjusted, and cemented to achieve a proper fit.&nbsp;&nbsp;Occasionally your dentist may only temporarily cement the bridge, allowing your teeth and tissue time to get used to the new bridge.&nbsp; The new bridge will be permanently cemented at a later time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><span>You will receive care instructions at the conclusion of the procedure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Proper brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new, permanent bridge.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n        <input type=\"button\" onclick=\"document.location.href='\/procedures\/prosthodontics\/'\" value=\"&lt;&lt;\" class=\"Button\" onmouseout=\"this.className='Button'\" onmouseover=\"this.className='ButtonHover'\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_btnBack\" name=\"ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$btnBack\"><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fixed Bridges A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance and is an excellent way to replace missing teeth. 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