Dental Bridges Beverly Hills – Bid Adieu to Unsightly Gaps

Dental Bridges Beverly Hills – Bid Adieu to Unsightly Gaps

Many people suffer from tooth loss due to a variety of reasons ranging from improper hygiene to trauma. What is the answer to correcting this tooth loss? A tooth lost or even a few teeth lost can be replaced using a fixed method of replacement such as Dental Bridges Beverly Hills. This is a convenient and less expensive method of tooth replacement in comparison to dental implants.

Many people give importance only to their smile and if a missing tooth (or teeth) hampers their smile then they go in for a replacement. But, this kind of misconception is not right. Every tooth in the arch is equally important. So, any tooth that is missing should be replaced or else the integrity of the other teeth will be hampered. This could cause movement of the other teeth in the long run causing them to be lost prematurely.

A dental bridge is a good option for replacing missing teeth. Dental bridges are fixed replacements making them far easier to handle than removable replacements. However, a bridge replacement might be much more expensive than getting a removable replacement although it is worth the money.

Dental Bridge Types

Depending on the tooth or teeth that need to be replaced, the dentist might opt for different types of dental bridges in Beverly Hills. Some types that the dentist would construct would include conventional bridges, resin bonded types and cantilever bridge.

Conventional bridges can be constructed for replacing any missing tooth or teeth but needs sound teeth on both the sides of the missing space for providing support to the bridge.

Resin bonded type of bridge is preferred for replacing front teeth. This type of bridge has a metal band that is bonded to the adjacent teeth of the missing space and will be the support to hold the replacement teeth. But, this type cannot be used to replace back teeth due to the hard forces generated during chewing.

Cantilever bridges are preferred when there are no teeth on one side and sound teeth on the other side for support as in a missing last molar. It is also preferred in missing teeth in the front area as support can be derived from the back tooth and changes to the front sound teeth can be avoided.

Preparation of Dental Bridges

During the preliminary visits, the dental specialist will take x-rays and conduct a visual examination to assess the soundness of the adjoining teeth that will provide support to the bridge. Once the type of support has been ascertained, the dentist will decide on the type of dental bridge that is apt for replacing the missing tooth or teeth.

The supporting teeth will be prepared and shaped so that it can support the dental bridge and hold it in place. During the preparation, the dentist might prefer to anesthetize the area with a local anesthetic.

Once the preparation of the tooth is complete, the dentist will then proceed to make impressions of your teeth which will then be sent to a lab for fabrication of the dental bridge. The fabrication process will take some days during which the dentist may provide with a temporary bridge.

The temporary bridge will be removed once the permanent one is ready. The fabricated bridge will then be placed and fixed to the supporting teeth with the help of some type of cements or even resins.

Any missing tooth or teeth should be replaced. Dental bridges Beverly Hills is one of the best methods of tooth replacement whether it is to replace your missing smile or to get your churners into sound shape.

Marilyn R. Calvo, D.D.S.

Accredited Member – American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Marilyn Calvo, DDS is a cosmetic dentist based in Encino, California. She is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Her practice is built on the principle of providing highest quality care available, while focusing on both long-term health and aesthetics. Dr. Calvo is passionate about changing lives and increasing self-esteem in the patients. Click here to know more about Marilyn Calvo and the dental treatments being offered at her clinic.

Dr. Calvo is currently a Visiting Faculty Member at the world-famous Spear Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona and also a clinical instructor at Esthetic Professionals, a post-graduate teaching facility, where she teaches the best of cosmetic dentistry to dentists from around the world. Her work has been published in the highly acclaimed Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, which sets the standard for the field of cosmetic dentistry. Visit her blog to keep an update about dental health and you can also become a fan of Dr. Calvo on Facebook!

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