Dental Bridges, Jacksonville
Comfortable, durable Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a restoration used to replace a missing tooth, or teeth. It is comprised of a series of artificial teeth that are secured to the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth.
Our doctors have a great deal of experience with providing solutions for missing teeth. They choose dental bridges when a patient doesn’t have sufficient bone to support a dental implant and doesn’t want to undergo surgical procedures to augment bone.
We also use transitional dental bridges for children who are missing a tooth, but are too young to receive dental implants. Our bridges are usually made with porcelain fused to metal for added strength and durability.
Other options for missing teeth
Implants are anchored into the jawbone, with no alterations to adjacent teeth.
Placing a bridge requires that the teeth adjacent to the gap be altered so that they can be fitted with crowns that anchor the bridge. In cases where the adjacent teeth are healthy and attractive, we usually recommend a dental implant, so that the healthy teeth do not need to be altered.
Dental implants are the modern solution for missing teeth. They function, look and feel like a natural tooth, and they also provide the vital benefit of deterring bone loss.
Learn more about dental implants.
Complimentary Dental Implant Consultation
If you are missing a tooth, or teeth, please schedule an appointment with our doctors to learn about your options for tooth replacement.
- Consultation with your doctor
- Discuss treatment options
- Find out if you are a candidate for dental implants
- Get your questions about dental implants answered
To make an appointment, call 904-222-6187 or click here to request an appointment online.
Choosing the best option for you
Your doctor will conduct a thorough oral exam, review your medical and dental records, and order CT cone beam scans to determine if there is enough bone available for a dental implant. If you are lacking sufficient bone, we can augment your jawbone with bone graft materials, often at the same time we place the implant post.
If you are not interested in undergoing a surgical procedure, or cannot for medical reasons, a dental bridge may be the best solution for replacing your missing tooth.
To make an apposintment, call 904-222-6187 or click here to request an appointment online.