Dental Bridges in Penrith
Do you have missing, broken, or decayed teeth? Our friendly dentists at Smith Street Dental in Penrith can help restore your smile and bring back your confidence with dental bridges.
About Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a permanent fixture used to replace one or more missing teeth. It is anchored to the adjacent natural teeth, “bridging” the gap where the tooth (or teeth) is missing. This also helps prevent the adjacent natural teeth from drifting.
Types of Dental Bridges
The main types of dental bridges we offer include:
- Cantilever Bridge: Features one false tooth (pontic) attached to one crown (abutment).
- Fixed Bridge: Typically consists of three crowns joined together, with a crown in the middle replacing the missing tooth.
- Adhesive Bridge: Features a false tooth (pontic) with a metal or tooth-coloured “wing” attached to the natural teeth on either side of the missing tooth.
Bridge Materials
The material used will depend on your specific needs and requirements. Dental bridges can be made from various materials, including:
- All-metal (often gold)
- Porcelain fused to metal (often gold or a gold alloy)
- Full ceramic (porcelain)
- Composite (plastic with embedded glass particles)
The Bridge Process
- Local anaesthesia may be administered to numb the tooth and surrounding gum.
- The dentist will shape the outer surfaces of the tooth, creating a cylindrical shape onto which the bridge will seat.
- An impression (mould) of your teeth will be taken using special dental putty.
- A temporary crown will be cemented onto the prepared tooth to protect it while your bridge is being fabricated.
- The impressions will be sent to our dental laboratory, where our technician will handcraft your dental bridge. This process typically takes two to three weeks.
- Local anaesthesia may be needed to numb the tooth and surrounding gum.
- The temporary crown will be removed, and the tooth will be cleaned.
- Your dentist will try the new bridge, ensuring a correct fit and satisfactory appearance.
- Once everything is confirmed, the bridge will be permanently cemented into place.
Get in Touch
If you’re interested in dental bridges to restore your smile, schedule a consultation with our experienced dental team at Smith Street Dental in Penrith. We’ll evaluate your situation and guide you through the process.
