Request Request an Appointment Call Call Us Map View Map

Call or Text Us
(904) 824-3540

700 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Schedule an Appointment

Dental Bridges – St. Augustine, FL

Bridge the Gap for a Flawless Smile

Large spaces in your smile can detract from your daily quality of life. Not only is it harder to thoroughly chew food and clearly enunciate different words, but the changes in your appearance can also affect your self-confidence.

Thankfully, our team at Salt Run Family Dentistry can help! We can provide a natural-looking prosthetic to bridge the gap for a flawless smile. Continue reading to learn more about dental bridges, and feel free to contact us for more information.  

 

Why Choose Salt Run Family Dentistry for Dental Bridges?

  • Skilled Dentists with 20+ Years of Experience
  • Advanced Technology to Improve Patient Comfort
  • Lifelike, Tooth-Colored Materials

What is a Dental Bridge?

Dental bridges are restorations typically made from a resilient ceramic to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. They include a dental crown at each end that anchors to either an abutment tooth or a dental implant on either side of the gap in your grin. They’re fully customized to look just like your natural teeth, so no one can tell the difference once they’re bonded in place.

These replacements also preserve your oral health by preventing your remaining teeth from drifting out of alignment, which can weaken the enamel and leave them prone to cavities, injuries, and disease.

Types of Dental Bridges

Before you can be fitted with a dental bridge, you must consult with one of our dentists to ensure that you’re a good candidate. Our team will examine your mouth to ensure no problems might interfere with your results. Then, we’ll recommend one of the following options based on our findings:

Traditional Dental Bridge

This is the tried-and-true type of dental bridge and is ideal for replacing one to three consecutively missing teeth. The natural teeth on either side of the space in your smile must be sufficiently strong to support it in the long term.

Implant Bridge

If your teeth are too damaged or decayed to hold your bridge in place safely, we might recommend dental implants. For this method, we’ll surgically place dental implants to anchor your bridge instead. As an added benefit, these artificial teeth stimulate your jaw every time you bite down to keep it active and healthy.

The Benefits of Getting a Dental Bridge

There are many advantages to being fitted with a dental bridge in St. Augustine, including:

  • Preserving your remaining teeth by preventing dental drifting.
  • Boosting your self-confidence by enhancing your appearance.
  • Restore your ability to speak and eat more easily.
  • Lifelike, tooth-colored materials that look and feel natural.
  • Can last up to 15+ years with the right maintenance.