Both work well, but the best choice depends on your oral health, bone support and budget. Your dentist can guide you based on your situation.
A dental bridge fills the space left by one or more missing teeth. It anchors to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap and supports an artificial tooth in the middle. This restores the look of your smile and helps you chew and speak comfortably again. The treatment is straightforward, and most people adjust to their bridge quite quickly.
A bridge also helps keep your remaining teeth in the right place. When a gap is left untreated, nearby teeth can drift out of position, which can lead to bite problems and extra wear. By stabilising your smile, a bridge maintains proper alignment and supports long-term oral health.
A bridge restores your ability to bite and chew comfortably, making everyday meals easier.
It fills the gap left by missing teeth, giving your smile a more natural and complete appearance.
By closing the space, a bridge keeps nearby teeth from drifting out of place and causing bite issues.
Replacing missing teeth helps maintain proper jaw support so your face keeps a balanced, healthy shape.
Most bridges last ten to fifteen years with good oral hygiene and regular checkups.
You may feel a little sensitivity after the procedure, but it usually settles quickly.
Yes. Once you adjust, you should be able to eat most foods comfortably.
Brush and floss daily, and use floss threaders or interdental brushes to clean under the bridge.
Both work well, but the best choice depends on your oral health, bone support and budget. Your dentist can guide you based on your situation.