Dental Bridge

Are you missing a tooth and it’s affecting your smile and the way you eat?

A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by “bridging” the gap.

How It Works

• A bridge is made up of:
  • Pontic(s): the artificial tooth/teeth that fill the gap.
  • Abutment teeth: the natural teeth (or implants) on either side of the gap that support the bridge.
• The abutment teeth are usually fitted with crowns, and the pontic is fused between them.

Types of Bridges

1. Traditional Bridge
   • Most common. Uses crowns on natural teeth on both sides of the gap.
2. Cantilever Bridge
   • Attached to only one supporting tooth. Used when teeth are missing on just one side.
3. Maryland Bridge (Resin-Bonded)
   • Uses a metal or porcelain “wing” bonded to the back of the neighboring teeth instead of full crowns.
4. Implant-Supported Bridge
   • Supported by dental implants rather than natural teeth. Very strong and long-lasting.

Benefits of a Dental Bridge

• Restores your ability to chew and speak properly.
• Keeps surrounding teeth from shifting into the gap.
• Maintains the shape of your face and bite.
• Provides a natural-looking replacement for missing teeth.

Limitations

• Requires reshaping healthy teeth (for traditional bridges).
• Does not prevent bone loss in the missing tooth area (implants do).
• May need replacement after 10–15 years.

✨ In short: A dental bridge is like a false tooth anchored to neighboring teeth—it fills in the gap so you can eat, smile, and speak with confidence.

How much do bridges cost?

There are many variables and factors that go into a full treatment plan (do teeth need to be extracted first? How many teeth are being replaced? Is dental insurance involved and how much will they cover?) But a good ballpark estimate for a dental bridge is between $3200-$5000.