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Frequently
Asked Questions > Bridges
Q:
Why should I replace missing teeth?
A: Your appearance
is one reason. Another is that the gap
left by missing tooth can mean greater
strain on the teeth at either side.
A gap can also mean your ‘bite’
is affected, because the teeth next
to the space can lean into the gap and
alter the way the upper and lower teeth
bite together. This can then lead to
food getting packed into the gap, which
causes both decay and gum disease.
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Q: How
are missing teeth replaced?
A: This depends on
the number of teeth missing and on where
they are in the mouth. The condition
of the other teeth also affects the
decision.There are two main two ways
to replace the missing teeth. The first
is with a removable false tooth or teeth
– a partial denture. The second
is with a fixed bridge. A bridge is
usually used where there are fewer teeth
to replace, or when the missing teeth
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Q: Can
I always have a bridge to replace missing
teeth?
A: Yes,
if you have enough strong teeth with
good bone support. Your dentist will
help you decide which is the best way
of replacing the teeth within your budget.
Q: What are
bridges made of?
A: Bridges are usually
made of a precious metal base. If the
bridge will show, porcelain is then
bonded to the base. Sometimes, there
are other non-precious metals used in
the base to reduce the cost.
Q: Will I show any
metal?
A: Bridges are usually
made to have a metal substructure with
procelain bonded to this.
Nowadays All Porcelain Bridges can be
designed, which allow light to pass
through them and hence look more life-like
than porcelain bonded to metal bridges.
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Q: Are bridges expensive?
A: Although a bridge may
seem expensive it will last many years. It
will also improve your appearance and bite.
A bridge uses the considerable skill of the
dentist and technician, and in this way, it’s
similar to ordering a piece of hand-made jewellery.
The materials are also expensive so it's fair
to say a bridge will not be the cheapest treatment
you have ever had.
Q: How do I look after
my bridge?
A: You need to clean your
bridge every day, to prevent problems such
as bad breath and gum disease. You also have
to clean under the false tooth every day.
Your dentist or hygienist will show you how
to use a bridge needle or special floss, as
a normal toothbrush cannot reach.
Q: Are there other methods
for fixing false teeth?
A: There are other methods,
such as using a combination of crowns
and partial dentures
that can keep the retaining clips out of sight.
These are quite specialised dentures, so you
should ask your dentist about them. You can
also have teeth implanted,
ask your dentist for more information. Remember
that it’s as important to care for your
remaining teeth as it is to replace the missing
ones.
Q: Are the different types
of bridge?
A:
Yes, there are different types of bridge which
use different fixing methods. Your dentist
will choose the most effective and conservative
bridge for your personal situation.
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