Dental Bridge

(A structure that holds crowns to replace lost teeth.)

Home > Procedures > Dental Bridge

A dental bridge is used to fill in the area of a missing tooth or teeth. The bridge, a false tooth, can be placed between two other teeth – generally crowns – or next to only one tooth. Preparation, adjustment and final placement usually take at least two visits.

Patient Advice

Overall Rating
0
average of all patients
Pain
Pain is 0 of 10
Inconvenience
Inconvenience is 0 of 10

About the rating

Preparing for a Dental Bridge:
“Find a doctor you are comfortable with. Ask him or her as many questions as you have.”

After Receiving a Dental Bridge:
“Be aware that you may have to go back to the dentist a few times for adjustments to get the fit right.”

 

Patient Stories

Dental Bridge

I had two top teeth pulled and needed a replaceable bridge. Read More

Dave, male, 60, New Jersey

 

Trusted Resources

No Trusted Resources

 
Sign up for the latest research news and stories. Share your experience and help others.

ADVERTISEMENT

Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster

Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster

Reduce anxiety, recover faster

Learn more

Research News