Dental Bridges in Lower Hutt

Dental bridges can be a suitable option for replacing missing teeth and helping restore your chewing and biting functions. So, if you have a few teeth missing next to each other, this treatment might be a great option for you.

A bridge is made up of two crowns, one on each tooth on either side of the gap — these two anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth — and a false tooth/teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials.

Dental bridges are supported by either natural teeth or dental implants.

Hutt Dental Hub’s experienced dental team can help restore your smile with a custom dental bridge that help restore your smile and look natural. Our procedure is performed with care and attention to detail, with the aim of achieving a result that closely meets your expectations. Here is what you can expect during your appointments:

• Visit 1: The abutment teeth are prepared for the crown. Preparation includes recontouring these teeth by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for a crown to be placed over them. Next, impressions of your teeth are made, which serve as a model from which a dental laboratory will manufacture the bridge, pontic, and crowns. Your dentist will protect the exposed teeth and gums while your bridge is being made.
• Visit 2: Your temporary bridge will be removed, and the new long-term bridge will be adjusted and fitted.

Using quality materials and established dental techniques, your dental bridge will typically be completed across two appointments, your dentist will advise on the expected timeline at consultation. With proper care, dental bridges can provide a durable, long-term solution, your dentist in lower hutt will discuss what to expect at consultation. Suitability, timelines, risks, costs, and outcomes vary and will be discussed during consultation.