Bridges
A Healthy mouth requires a full compliment of teeth to function properly.
Missing a Tooth?
A missing tooth, whether it is an anterior one affecting your smile or a posterior one affecting your chewing, can create a variety of problems:
- Loss of function as upper and lower teeth fail to meet.
- Drifting of teeth causing unsightly gaps.
- Food impaction leading to gum disease.
- Over eruption of the opposing tooth into missing space.
- A shift in the bite putting stress of the joint leading to T.M.J. disorder.
A bridge consists of three basic units, a false tooth, replacing the lost one and two “anchor” crowns one on either side to which it is attached.
The teeth on either side of the missing space are needed to support the bridge and are called abutment teeth. The process of fabricating and fitting a bridge generally requires two appointments.
At the first appointment
The abutment teeth are shaped and prepared to accept the bridge. An accurate impression is taken from which our laboratory technician will custom design and fabricate your bridge, Special care is taken to ensure a perfect fir and to match the natural shading of adjacent teeth. Temporary crowns are places over the abutment teeth to protect them until the permanent bridge is ready.
At the second appointment
The temporary crowns are removed and the bridge is cemented into place. Bridges function similarly to natural teeth and can help your speech and chewing function while enhancing your smile.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
At Burnaby Mountain Dental Centre we believe in providing exceptional dental care to all of our patients with the finest, state-of-the-art treatments. You can expect to be treated with personal attention and respect from our experienced professionals.
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CROWNS
Fabricated covering that encases the tooth entirely to the gum line. Crowns are one of the best techniques available to restore compromised teeth to full function and strengths.
VENEERS
Wafer thin facings permanently bonded to the front teeth to improve the shape, position and color of the teeth and enhance the function and esthetics of teeth.
DENTURES
A denture is a removable appliance that replaces missing teeth. Dentures are made of an acrylic or metal base with porcelain or acrylic teeth.
BRACES
Orthodontic treatment is a long-term commitment, but the benefits of a healthy smile far outweigh the time involved in accomplishing the treatment.
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