Austin Dental Bridges Dentists
When a patient sustains damage to a single tooth, a dental crown generally suffices to repair the tooth. However, in many cases, an accident or unexpected injury will destroy or damage a group of teeth. When a patient needs a solution for multiple teeth, a dentist may instead choose to utilize a dental bridge. In terms of dental treatments, bridges work similarly to crowns and dentures, in the sense that this solution is built outside the patient’s mouth before being attached as teeth.
Getting proper dental care is an important part of protecting your general health as it can prevent infections and difficulties consuming nutritious food. Contact the Austin dental bridges dentists of BridgeView Dental at 512-347-8299 for more information regarding your bridges, crowns, and other cosmetic dentistry concerns today.
Types of Bridges
There are several variations of the basic bridge, both in terms of build and material. In particular, a dentist can attach a bridge either to other dental implants or can attach the bridge to otherwise healthy teeth. If the bridge is attached to the patient’s natural teeth, they may be reshaped to secure the bridge. When constructing a bridge, there are three common materials used, which include:
- Porcelain
- Gold
- Metal with a porcelain cover
In addition to these standard types of bridges, it is possible, if necessary, to construct a bridge directly in the patient’s mouth. Although this is not the preferred method, a dentist can use composite resin to construct a bridge directly. However, with computer designing and construction, building a bridge outside the mouth often provides a more comfortable and precise prosthetic.
Contact Us
If your teeth have been damaged, consult with a cosmetic dentist about the options that are available to help you to repair or restore their appearance. Contact the Austin bridge and crown dentists of BridgeView Dental today by calling 512-347-8299.
