Dental Bridges

Fill the Gaps. Restore Your Smile. Regain Your Bite.

Is a tooth or more missing? Several minutes of glare from a glassy eye for sure will be spent trying to smile back. Long-lasting dental bridges are one of the few means to restoring smiles, speech, and chewing ability. At Summit Village Dental, we specialize in the fabrication of custom bridges, such that they are synthesized with your current teeth, giving you one less big worry to think about.

Replace one or more missing teeth with strength, stability, and style.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

Dental bridges are fixed prostheses employed to replace one or several missing teeth by suspending artificial teeth from adjacent natural teeth or implants. Therefore, it sits over the space left by the missing tooth, restoring function and aesthetic.

Types of dental bridges are as follows:

  • Traditional Bridge: Crowned on adjacent
  • Maryland Bridge: Metal or porcelain wings from side
  • Implant-Supported Bridge: Supported on dental implants

When Do You Need a Dental Bridge?

Dental bridge is needed if you:

  • Have one or missing teeth
  • Want to keep your other teeth from shifting
  • Want to gain back natural ability for biting and chewing
  • Are not eligible for dental implants

Advantages of Dental Bridges

  •  Improves the chewing and speaking abilities.
  • Very discreet and looks natural.
  • Fixed and stable (non-removable).
  • Much faster and inexpensive compared to implants.

Our Bridge Procedure: What to Expect

1. Consultation & Evaluation

Initial assessment, digital scanning, and recommendation of bridges of different kinds.

2. Tooth preparation

The adjacent teeth would be prepared for an anchorage in the bridge by shaping and filing to create crowns.

3. Impression and Temporary Bridge

Impressions will be taken or measurements recorded; a temporary bridge is placed serially to protect the teeth and gums.

4. Bridge Placement

The fabricated bridge is bonded in position. Then, it is adjusted for comfort, occlusion, and aesthetics.

5. Follow-up

You will be given aftercare instructions. Another appointment will be set up to answer any questions you might have, as well as to ensure your adjustment is complete.

Normally, the entire procedure involves 2-3 appointments.

Why Choose Summit Village Dental for Dental Bridges?

  • Restorative experts with 10-plus years of practice.
  • Custom design for that natural aesthetic.
 

Fill the gap in your smile. Book an appointment with us today!

Strength, beauty, and comfort — a single solution. If you are missing single teeth or several, we will guide you along a safe and personalized dental bridge treatment plan.

FAQs

1. Is a dental bridge permanent?
      Yes. Being a fixed restoration, it may last for 10 to 15 years or more if appropriate care is given to it.

2. How do I clean my bridge?
     Under the bridge, cleaning can be performed with the use of a floss threader or an interdental brush.

3. Do people notice that I have a bridge?
      No! Our bridges are color-matched and custom-shaped to blend perfectly with your smile.

4. Will it hurt to get a bridge?
     No, it will not. The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, therefore you wouldn’t feel much pain, if any.

Dental Implants

Our experienced dentist may recommend dental implants in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Contact us today to find out if dental implants are right for you!
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Preventive Program

Preventive care is key to a healthy smile! Call to learn more about the benefits of preventive care and schedule an appointment with our dentist.
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Teeth Whitening

Regain a bright, beautiful smile with teeth whitening in Lee’s Summit, Missouri! Call to set up an appointment with our dentist and learn more.
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Crowns & Caps

Dental crowns restore, strengthen and protect your teeth. Give us a call to make an appointment with our skilled dentist and learn more!
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Bridges & Denturs

Bridges and dentures replace your missing teeth to give you back a confident smile. Call to schedule a consultation with our dentist and learn more!
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Nitrous
(Laughing Gas)

We provide nitrous sedation to help you feel at ease during your appointment and receive your treatment in comfort. Call to make an appointment!
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