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Posterior Teeth Replaced with Implants
Implant Bridge Restoration
Before: 03/22/2022 | After: 04/02/2022
Patient: Ron Price
Bridges are commonly used to replace one or more missing teeth. They span the space where the teeth are missing. Bridges are cemented to the natural teeth or implants surrounding the empty space. These teeth, called abutments, serve as anchors for the bridge. A replacement tooth, called a pontic, is attached to the crowns that cover the abutments. As with crowns, you have a choice of materials for bridges. Our skilled team at Boca Perio Implants can help you decide which to use, based on the location of the missing tooth (or teeth), its function, aesthetic considerations and cost. Porcelain or ceramic bridges can be matched to the color of your teeth so that you have a naturally gleaming smile.
The dentists at Boca Perio Implants have had extensive training and experience in the areas of Dental Bridges1. We also utilize the industry’s highest quality materials and standards of care. This means you can relax with the knowledge that you are in safe hands!
Types of Bridges
How long do bridges last on teeth?
Dental bridges can last between 5 – 15 years depending on the type of bridge and whether optimal oral hygiene is practiced.
What are the disadvantages of a dental bridge?
An ill-fitted bridge can cause tooth decay due to bacteria and plaque buildup inside the tooth and can also cause damage to the abutment teeth. Our team at Boca Perio Implants are specialists in the area of dental implants and bridges – our patients are consistently satisfied with the perfect fit, which leaves no room for these disadvantages.
How much is a dental bridge?
The cost of dental bridges varies depending on the type of bridge, the experience of your dentist, and whether additional procedures may be required. On average, a dental bridge could cost between $700 – $1,500.
How many teeth can be on a bridge?
A dental bridge can usually replace 1 – 4 teeth depending on the needs of the patient.
1 Healthline. Scott Frothingham. What is a dental bridge? Available: https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-bridge.
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Dr. Julian C. Leichter is a Harvard Fellow, and Boca Raton’s trusted leader in periodontics with more than 40 years of experience in natural tooth preservation, and implant preservation. His periodontal techniques continue to nurture many healthy smiles throughout Florida, and beyond.
