In the past, when a patient had lost one or several teeth, the only dental option available was wearing bulky false teeth or partial dentures. Thanks to modern advances in dental procedures and materials, there are now permanent and temporary options available which create natural-looking smiles in as little as two appointments. Dental bridges provide the perfect alternative to false teeth, creating an aesthetically pleasing smile which fits comfortably in the mouth.
Sydney's most comfortable and cost effective dental bridges are available at Striking Smile! A dental bridge provides a pain-free and natural-looking solution to patients who have lost one or several teeth. This quick and cost-effective procedure uses your natural teeth to support prosthetic teeth, filling the gaps and giving you a fuller smile. For patients who are missing all their teeth, dental bridges provide a more comfortable and hassle-free alternative to dentures.
If you are considering a dental bridge, Sydney's best cosmetic dentists are at Striking Smile. Doctor Jane Doe and her professional team are dedicated to providing the most comfortable solutions to your condition, leaving you with a healthy and natural-looking smile.
Sydney residents who have lost one or several teeth and have been living with uncomfortable dentures now have an alternative solution. A dental bridge uses the natural teeth which are adjacent to the gaps, as the foundation to support one or more prosthetic moulds. The prosthetic teeth are sculpted to replicate the missing teeth, shaped and coloured to look as natural as possible.
Dental bridges can only be used in situations where the entire tooth is missing. If part of a tooth is still remaining and healthy, it is most likely that a crown will be used to restore the tooth to its natural size, shape and colour.
Sydney's Striking Smile can provide a range of dental bridges to suit the structure of your mouth and the health of your remaining teeth. A dental bridge may be supported by either two or three teeth. In some cases, there may be only one natural tooth either side of a gap but it is recommended that at least three teeth support the prosthetic tooth for strength and an evenly spread distribution of pressure.
Tooth loss can occur for many reasons; sometimes it can be a gradual process, such as decay or the effects of a medical condition or it can be sudden, usually accidental, such as during sport. If you lose a tooth, it is important that you consult a dentist as soon as possible to reduce damage to the structure of your mouth and to minimise the chance of infection.
Striking Smile recommend that protective mouth guards be worn at all times when you are participating in physical activity to avoid accidents and save yourself from severe pain and dental costs.
Unlike false teeth and partial dentures, dental bridges are cemented in place, providing a more comfortable and manageable solution.
There are many benefits to replacing partial dentures with dental bridges, Sydney's Striking Smile have identified the following:
The only disadvantage to having a dental bridge is that it can cause extra pressure on the adjacent, natural teeth. Natural teeth are more likely to withstand additional pressure if correct oral hygiene is maintained, including brushing twice a day and regular flossing.
Consult Striking Smile for advice on how to care for your dental bridges. Sydney's most professional and experienced cosmetic dentists are standing by to help you take the best care of your teeth and prevent the need for further treatment.
Sydney's Striking Smile offers the most competitive prices for all cosmetic dental solutions. Prices will vary depending on the size and location of the missing teeth, as well as whether a two or three unit bridge is used. Three unit bridges are more stable and last longer, so you can expect them to cost a little more.
It is recommended that you contact Striking Smile to arrange a 30 minute consultation, so a qualified cosmetic dentist can examine your teeth and advise you of the best solution.
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