Dental Bridges in Gonzalez

Dr. Rome provides dental bridges in Gonzales, LA and the surrounding area. Call 225-621-2701 for more information or to schedule an appointment. 

Dental bridges are a tooth replacement option. If you have one or more missing teeth in a row, a bridge can fill the gap. A bridge consists of a row of connected artificial teeth. In a traditional bridge, each end is a crown that fits over the existing tooth on either side of the gap. The crowns hold the bridge in place. 

There are other types of bridges, such as implant-supported bridges, which are held in place by two dental implants on either side of the gap. Cantilever bridges are only supported by a crown on one side of the bridge. Maryland bridges are attached with metal pieces that are affixed to the existing teeth.

Dental bridges have many benefits as a tooth replacement option: 

• Affordable. A dental bridge costs significantly less than multiple dental implants and is typically covered by insurance. 

• Improved chewing ability. A bridge makes it easier to chew where your tooth was missing. 

• Improved appearance. When you are missing a tooth in a highly visible area of your mouth, a bridge provides a natural-looking replacement.

• Ideal for patients with limited jawbone structure. When a tooth has been missing for a while, the jaw bone and support structures for that tooth will weaken and eventually dissolve. A bridge can be placed even if your jawbone structure is not sufficient to support a dental implant.

An ideal candidate for a dental bridge has one or a few missing or damaged adjacent teeth. It helps to have two intact teeth on either side of the gap that can support crowns. If not, an implant-supported bridge may be an option. If you are missing most or all of the teeth on either your upper or lower jaw, you may be a better candidate for partial or full dentures.

Creating a bridge that fits properly and looks natural requires experience and skill. As a board-certified dentist, Dr. Rome has the expertise to provide you with a dental bridge restoration that will look natural and function well. A properly fitting dental bridge will last longer and put the least possible strain on the healthy teeth on either side.

Wondering if a dental bridge may be right for you? Call 225-621-2701 to schedule a consultation or request an appointment.