{"id":98,"date":"2017-02-09T21:45:14","date_gmt":"2017-02-09T21:45:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=98"},"modified":"2017-03-09T21:50:30","modified_gmt":"2017-03-09T21:50:30","slug":"bridging-the-gap-with-dental-bridges-23226-html","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/bridging-the-gap-with-dental-bridges-23226-html\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Bridges In 23226 Bridge The Gap In Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-99\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-638674986-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"You want a great way to address your missing teeth \u2013 with dental bridges in 23226, you can make your smile healthy and happy again\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-638674986-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-638674986-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-638674986-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-638674986.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Toward the end of last year, you started a great new job in Richmond. Now that your dental benefits have kicked in, you\u2019re finally ready to address your missing teeth in the back of your mouth. You\u2019re not sure what treatment would be best for you. When you work with the team at Westhampton Family Smile, they suggest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/bridges.html\">dental bridges<\/a> as the optimal solution. In this article, they explain all about this common tooth replacement method.<\/p>\n<h2><!--more-->What Is A Dental Bridge?<\/h2>\n<p>A dental bridge is a prosthetic device used to improve the appearance and functionality of a missing tooth (or teeth). They consist of two parts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u>Anchor Crowns<\/u> \u2013 These fit over the remaining dentitions that surround your missing tooth.<\/li>\n<li><u>Pontic<\/u> \u2013 This is the artificial replacement that will sit on top of your gums in place of the missing one. You can have one, two or several pontics to replace as many teeth as you need.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Are the Benefits Of A Bridge?<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Way uses these replacement teeth to address many issues with your dental health:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u>Keep Remaining Teeth Healthy<\/u> \u2013 The teeth that surround the missing one have a tendency to shift out of place and fill in the gap, which places them at greater risk for chips and breaks because the alignment becomes problematic. Since your teeth will stay in their proper places, they\u2019ll be safe from these problems.<\/li>\n<li><u>Make Your Smile Beautiful<\/u> \u2013 Dental bridges help maintain the shape of your face, fill in the gaps of your smile, and take years off your appearance. You don\u2019t have to be embarrassed of your missing teeth any more \u2013 these replacements look so natural, the only person who\u2019ll know that you have artificial teeth is you.<\/li>\n<li><u>Make Chewing Easier<\/u> \u2013 Since your partner tooth will be able to make proper contact with the replacement pontic in the dental bridge, you\u2019ll be able to chew all your favorite foods and maintain a well-balanced diet.<\/li>\n<li><u>Speak Easy<\/u> \u2013 With dental bridges, you\u2019ll always be understood when you speak. Since these prosthetics are set in a fixed position, you won\u2019t have to worry about shifting dentures or partials when you talk.<\/li>\n<li><u>Convenience Factor<\/u> \u2013 Since this restorative treatment method keeps your smile in place and is permanently bonded to the surrounding teeth, you won\u2019t have to worry about messy dental pastes or adhesives. And, you can forget putting your smile in a cup at night. These will stay put in every situation, even when you kiss.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How Long Do Bridges Last?<\/h2>\n<p>This replacement method can last from 5 to 15 years, and even longer. With proper care, good oral hygiene, and regular dental checkups, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/guide\/dental-health-bridges#2\">a dental bridge can easily work for over a decade<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Now that you know what dental bridges are and how they can make your smile something to be proud of again, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhamptondentistry.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule your appointment<\/a> with Westhampton Family Smile today!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toward the end of last year, you started a great new job in Richmond. Now that your dental benefits have kicked in, you\u2019re finally ready to address your missing teeth in the back of your mouth. You\u2019re not sure what treatment would be best for you. 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