Bridges
​ If you require a more extensive restoration than a crown or have more than one tooth that needs to be repaired, a good solution is a bridge. Here is how they work:
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Bridges are usually made of a precious metal base, which gives them a solid structure and makes them hard-wearing. If you need a bridge in your smile line, porcelain is usually added to the base to make it look more like real teeth.
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A bridge helps to strengthen the prepared teeth and makes chewing and eating easier because they are fixed and can't come out.
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Some bridges can also be fixed to your jaw with dental implants, if you have several teeth next to each other that are missing.
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Once you have a bridge fitted, you will have to take extra care during your daily hygiene regime to ensure it stays plaque free and does not cause bad breath.
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Life Benefits
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A sturdy way to restore several teeth in a row.
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Beautiful, natural-looking restoration.
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Restores the ability to chew and eat as before.
Case
Dental Implants – Implant bridge to replace three teeth
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Martin, Aged 90, had fractured his bridge supported on teeth. He preferred a fixed replacement using implants as he did not want dentures. A bridge was constructed using two dental implants to replace the three teeth,
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Implant Crowns and Bridges
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Anthony had lost some of his teeth in the upper jaw due to gum disease. Once the gum disease around other teeth was stabilised, dental implants were used to replace rtwo missing teeth on the right side and two implants to support a bridge replacing three teeth on the left side.
Case: Resin bonded bridge
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Graham had multiple teeth which were not saveable due to the presence of gum disease. Where possible, we tried to save some of his teeth. Others were extracted. The missing teeth were replaced using implants to support crowns and bridges.
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Case: Ruairi presented to us following a rugby related injury leading to loss of his central incisor tooth. The missing tooth was replaced using a resin bonded bridge in 2 visits.
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Kelly presented to us with concerns about her smile. Her failing dentition meant a failing confidence towards her friends socially. Dental implants were used to reconstruct her upper jaw with a full arch bridge. An effective dental treatment option for managing failing teeth. Now, Kelly smiles with confidence!
What our Patients Say
"I would recommend this practice to friends or family. I was treated with dignity and respect by staff at the practice at all times. I was treated very well and the procedure to be carried was fully explained to me as was the cost. I would recommend this practice to everyone. Wonderful service and treatment."
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