Bridges and Partials
Missing Teeth? We Can Help!
Bridges are designed to bridge the gap between one or more missing teeth and is typically comprised of two or more crowns fused together and attached to the surrounding teeth. Click on the video to the right to view the bridge procedure.
Dental bridges and partial dentures are common ways to replace missing teeth in adults. If teeth that have been lost are not replaced, the remaining teeth can tip, drift, or extrude into the empty spaces, causing both aesthetic and functional problems within your mouth. If you have missing teeth, visit a doctor for dental bridges and partials to determine if these options are right for you. |
Consequences of Missing Teeth |
Replacement of Missing Teeth in Sun City West, AZ
Missing teeth can drastically reduce the quality of your life. It can be difficult to eat without a full set of teeth and having gaps in your smile can affect your self-confidence. Dr. Frank W. Sallustio can replace your missing teeth with partial dentures or a dental bridge in Sun City West, AZ.
Dental BridgesA bridge is a fabricated appliance of two or more tooth like ‘caps’ fused together. A common way of replacing one missing tooth is to use a three unit dental bridge. A three unit dental bridge looks like three adjacent teeth. The outside two are attached to the teeth surrounding the gap left by your missing tooth, allowing the middle tooth to bridge the gap. Bridges are non-removable and are very commonly used to replace one, or up to several, teeth. Bridges are custom shaped and colored to match your other teeth. You will have a natural, healthy looking smile. |
Partial DenturesPartial dentures are a removable option for replacing your missing teeth. Dr. Sallustio will take an impression of your mouth so that custom plastic or resin pieces with false teeth attached to it are then made to fit perfectly into your mouth. Partials snap into your mouth using metal or plastic clips. The replacement teeth are affixed to the appliance at just the right position that they fill in the gap left by your missing teeth. Such replacement teeth are also custom shaped and colored to match your existing teeth. Partial dentures are removable, which makes cleaning easier. |
Do not wait to restore your smile and your bite. Replacing your teeth will increase your quality of life. If you are interested in replacing your missing teeth with partial dentures or a dental bridge in Sun City West, AZ, Dr. Sallustio today to schedule your consultation. |
