Missing teeth can affect the way you speak, eat, and smile—but dental bridges offer a reliable way to fix that. A bridge fills the space left by missing teeth, helping restore your bite, improve your appearance, and keep nearby teeth from shifting.

Dental bridges are custom-made to match the shape and color of your natural teeth, so they look and feel just right. Whether you're replacing one tooth or several, this solution helps bring back both comfort and confidence to your daily life.


Fill the Gap with Custom Dental Bridges

How Bridges Work

A dental bridge is a set of artificial teeth—called pontics—held in place by the teeth next to the gap or by dental implants. The bridge is carefully fitted to feel natural and strong, making it easier to eat and speak. It also keeps your other teeth from drifting out of place and helps maintain the shape of your face.

Different Types of Dental Bridges

Depending on your needs, there are a few options your dentist may recommend:

Traditional Bridge

Cantilever Bridge

Maryland Bridge

This type uses crowns placed on the teeth next to the gap to hold the false tooth in place. It’s a strong, common option for patients with healthy teeth on both sides.

Used when there’s only one tooth next to the missing space. The replacement tooth is anchored to that single support tooth.

This option uses a metal or porcelain frame to support the false tooth. The frame is bonded to the back of the nearby teeth, and little to no shaping of those teeth is needed.

Ready to Restore Your Smile?

Dental bridges are a safe, lasting way to replace missing teeth and protect your oral health. If you're ready to bring back a complete smile, talk to your dentist about the right bridge option for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Are Dental Bridges Placed?

Do You Need Dental Bridges?

What Are the Benefits of Dental Bridges?

Dental bridges are usually placed in two visits. In the first visit, the teeth on either side of the gap (called abutment teeth) are prepared by removing a small amount of enamel. Then, impressions are taken to create a custom bridge that fits your bite. A temporary bridge is placed while your permanent one is being made. In the second visit, the permanent bridge is fitted, adjusted, and cemented in place.

You may need a dental bridge if you’re missing one or more teeth and want to restore your smile. Gaps in your teeth can affect how you chew, speak, and even how your face looks. A bridge helps fill those gaps, prevent teeth from shifting, and improve your bite. Your dentist can help determine if a bridge is the right solution based on your dental health and goals.

Dental bridges offer many benefits, including:
  • Restoring your ability to chew and speak properly
  • Improving the appearance of your smile
  • Preventing nearby teeth from shifting out of place
  • Supporting the shape of your face
  • Providing a long-lasting solution when cared for properly
Bridges are a reliable way to replace missing teeth and bring back confidence in your smile.

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