Dental Bridges in the Western Suburbs

A bridge is used to replace whole teeth that are missing from an arch. Along with crowns, dentures, and implants, bridges are examples of prosthetic dentistry (prosthodontics). Bridges are usually made from ceramic, zirconia, porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, or metal alloys.

Bridges are necessary when a tooth is missing to prevent the remaining teeth from drifting out of position. When the other teeth drift, several conditions may occur: severe occlusal (bite) problems could lead to clicking of the jaw, headaches, and jaw pain; hard to clean areas that could lead to tooth decay, gum disease, and bone loss; and even a potential change in facial appearance.