DENTAL BRIDGES
Dental Bridges in Forest Hills, Queens
If you have any missing teeth (including your front teeth) we will restore your beautiful smile with the implementation of dental bridges. These fixed prostheses are made according to individual parameters so that they are barely noticeable and will not cause discomfort.
From a functional point of view, bridges for teeth help to chew food faster and more thoroughly. From an aesthetic point of view, they increase the self-esteem for people who are unhappy with their reflection in the mirror due to missing teeth.
Key Things to Know About Dental Bridges
Dental bridge installation is a common dental procedure in Forest Hills. It is carried out if you are missing one or more teeth. This installation helps to restore the bite and maintain the natural facial contour. A dental bridge is essentially an artificial tooth that fills an empty space in a row of teeth.
Typically, a bridge consists of several crowns pieced together into a single line.
- The outermost crowns of a bridge have cavities inside which serve as fasteners. With these fasteners, bridges are fixed on supports (teeth located on both sides of the empty space in a dental arch).
- A dental bridge can be attached to implants or natural teeth. Having at least two points of support is a must.
- The crowns in the middle can replace 1-4 missing teeth and have a one-piece design.
A specific feature of this tooth replacement type is that an affordable dental bridge has a minimum of contraindications (cons) to the installation. A durable, reliable material is used in its design. If properly cared for, the bridge can last for many years without any complications.
No surgical intervention is required to fix the prosthesis. This is important in the case of certain oral cavity diseases and atrophic processes.
Who Needs Dental Bridges and Why?
This dental restoration will help you solve the problem of a missing tooth, whatever the case may be. We recommend not delaying the installation for several reasons:
- When you lose a tooth, there is space in the row and then adjacent teeth may shift and become crooked. This leads to problems with speech and chewing.
- If there is no tooth in the lower jaw, a tooth from the upper jaw can fall into this space. Due to this deformation, the line of straight teeth is disfigured and the bite changes, further provoking pain in the maxillofacial joint.
- If there is an empty space in a dental arch, food is constantly being trapped there. This results in dangerous bacteria growth. It is difficult to clean properly, therefore cavities can form and the gums may begin to bleed.
- The bone tissue in the place of a lost tooth can start atrophying. This affects the stability of the entire dental arch and leads to facial collapse, resulting in the person looking older.
- The gastrointestinal tract will suffer since the stomach has to digest poorly chewed foods.
There are various contraindications (reasons to avoid) dental bridges. They are not recommended if:
- A dental arch is missing four incisors or two molars in a row. In this case, there is a risk that a bridge may break due to the high load.
- You have a malocclusion or other pathology associated with the bite.
- There are serious dental diseases: cavities, gum inflammation, periodontitis, or periodontal disease.
We offer alternative treatment in any of these cases. Everything can be discussed when visiting our dentists.
Dental Bridges at VIP Dental Care Clinic
The entire process of dental bridge preparation and installation takes an average of 10-14 days. The timing may vary in each case.
During the initial visit, a doctor carefully examines the oral cavity and if necessary, prescribes additional tests and a diagnostic examination. It may take additional time to cure cavities or gum inflammation and clean the teeth of plaque or tartar. The dentist will inform you about all the necessary manipulations in advance, create a treatment plan, and get your approval.
In the second stage, the doctor prepares supporting teeth and installs the dental bridge in the mouth for checking. The dentist evaluates whether the shade matches the color of the teeth and how the prosthesis fits into the gums. The bridge is fixed with temporary cement so that you can wear it for several days and monitor its application. If everything is fine and comfortable, the appliance is then fixed with permanent cement.
It is best to install bridges 2-6 months after the loss of a natural tooth. During this period, the bone tissue is restored to the level necessary for dental bridge installation.
Please call our clinic at (718) 575-0060 if you would like to book an appointment for a dental bridge in Queens, NY. We are located in Forest Hills and would love to be your dental care providers.
OUR DOCTORS
The dentists at VIP Dental Care are highly qualified and experienced. Our services are provided primarily for adults. We offer family dentistry for children as well.
Daniel Ilyabayev, D.D.S.
General Dentist
Elena Chachik, D.D.S.
Prosthodontist
Testimonials
Very experienced dentists and office staff, excellent communication and follow up with patients, all up-to-date equipment, and wide variety of high volume services. I feel very safe in this office as there is always attention to infection prevention and safety checks in every room. They are simply the best!
Eric S.
After an extensive search for a good dentist, I found VIP Dental, and been coming here close to a decade now. My teeth are always healthy and strong thanks to the great care and advice of Doctor Ilyavayev. The staff here are incredibly professional and the place is always sparkling clean. I can’t believe I actually look forward to my dental visits. I recommend this dental office.
Danielle M.
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Stanley A.
Fantastic experience! Doctors are very knowledgable caring attentive and mindful. The doctor and staff are providing an outstanding customer service. A top-notch level services. Highly recommend for any of your dental needs!
Nelly W.
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