Dental Bridge Specialist in Clifton, NJ

At Marvel Dental, we specialize in a variety of dental procedures, including the placement of dental bridges. A dental bridge offers a reliable way to replace one or more missing teeth. This permanent restoration connects an artificial tooth to the surrounding teeth, following a series of essential steps.

Our dentists begin with a thorough oral examination to assess your oral health and determine if a dental bridge is the most appropriate solution for you. If approved, we prepare your abutment teeth on either side of the space. This involves the careful reshaping of these teeth, removing a portion of the enamel to make room for the bridge’s wings, which will be securely bonded to the abutment teeth.

We take impressions of your prepared teeth, which serve as a model for our dental lab to create your personalized dental bridge, pontic (false tooth), and crowns. While your permanent bridge is being crafted, we fit a temporary bridge to protect your teeth and gums.

When your dental bridge is ready, we remove the temporary bridge and clean and etch your abutment teeth to enhance bonding. We then apply a cement material to the wings of the bridge and carefully position it over your abutment teeth. We use light or heat to activate the cement, initiating the bonding process and ensuring your bridge is securely in place.

Our team will make necessary adjustments to your bridge to ensure a perfect fit. This step may require multiple visits. Once we achieve an optimal fit, we polish your bridge to give it a natural-looking appearance.

After your dental bridge procedure, we emphasize the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene. Regular dental check-ups, brushing, and flossing are crucial to maintaining the health and longevity of your dental bridge and reducing the risk of gum disease or decay.

At Marvel Dental, our experienced team of dental professionals is committed to providing the highest quality of care for our patients. In certain cases, a dental bridge may be the best solution for missing teeth. This procedure offers both functional and aesthetic restoration, improving your oral health and the appearance of your smile.

However, not every patient is a suitable candidate for a dental bridge. Ideal candidates typically exhibit the following characteristics:

• Loss of one or more adjacent teeth: Dental bridges are most effective when replacing one or two missing teeth.

• Healthy neighboring teeth: The teeth on either side of the gap, known as the abutment teeth, need to be strong and healthy enough to support the bridge.

• Sufficient bone density: The bone in the jaw underneath the missing teeth must be dense enough to support the bridge’s framework.

• Good oral hygiene: Ideal candidates maintain good oral hygiene and have regular dental check-ups.

• Absence of active periodontal disease: Severe gum disease or other oral health issues should be addressed and stabilized before the bridge can be placed.

• Commitment to a long-term solution: Dental bridges are a durable and long-lasting restoration for missing teeth. Candidates need to be prepared to commit to the regular cleaning and maintenance of the bridge.

This procedure is typically completed over at least two visits to our dental practice and the timeframe can vary depending on the individual circumstances.

Your journey to a complete smile begins with a consultation, where our skilled dentists will assess the condition of your teeth and determine the need for a bridge. We may need to conduct diagnostic tests, like X-rays, to evaluate the health of the surrounding teeth and bone. Our team will then prepare a personalized treatment plan for you, discussing the design and materials that will be used for your bridge.

During your first appointment, we will prepare the teeth on either side of the gap by recontouring them to make room for the crowns that will be placed over them. We will then take impressions of these teeth, which will serve as a model from which the dental lab will construct your bridge, pontic (false tooth), and crowns.

Once your bridge is ready, we will schedule a second appointment. During this visit, we will remove the temporary bridge and check and adjust the new bridge as necessary to achieve a proper fit. This process may require several visits to our practice to ensure the fit is perfect, as an ill-fitting bridge can lead to dental problems.

The entire process of getting a dental bridge can take anywhere from three weeks to a couple of months, depending on the complexity of the bridge, the specific materials being used, the availability of the dental laboratory, and your individual healing process and schedule.

The number of teeth that a dental bridge can replace depends on several factors. These include the location of the missing teeth, your overall oral health, and the condition of the teeth adjacent to the gap. While a dental bridge typically replaces one to three missing teeth in a row, depending on the strength and health of the supporting teeth, a bridge can replace up to four, and in some instances, even six missing teeth.

At Marvel Dental, we offer a range of dental bridge options, such as traditional bridges, cantilever bridges, Maryland bonded bridges and implant-supported bridges. Traditional bridges, comprising an artificial tooth (the pontic) suspended between two dental crowns cemented onto the adjacent teeth, can replace one to three teeth. Cantilever bridges, on the other hand, are typically used to replace a single missing tooth, as they require less support. For larger gaps, we may recommend implant-supported bridges.

However, we always consider the long-term health of your teeth. Replacing more teeth with a bridge can increase the strain on the supporting teeth, potentially leading to issues in the future. If several teeth are missing, our dental professionals might recommend alternatives like a partial denture or dental implants.

Ultimately, the final decision on the type and number of teeth that a dental bridge can replace is determined by your individual circumstances. Our team will thoroughly evaluate your oral health, the number of missing teeth, and the location of the missing teeth before suggesting the most suitable type of dental bridge for you. For more information, contact us today or schedule an appointment online. Our dental practice is conveniently located at 1113 Main Avenue, Suite A, Clifton, NJ 07011. We serve patients from Clifton NJ, Passaic NJ, Woodland Park NJ, Nutley NJ, Garfield NJ, Fairfield NJ, and BEYOND!