Restoring Function and Aesthetics with Durable Porcelain Bridges in Fort Saskatchewan
At Fort Dental in Fort Saskatchewan, we understand that missing teeth can impact both the appearance of your smile and your oral health. Our porcelain bridges offer an effective solution to replace one or more missing teeth, restoring both function and aesthetics. Porcelain bridges are custom-made to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, ensuring a long-lasting, comfortable fit that helps you maintain proper bite alignment and jaw function.
What Are Porcelain Bridges?
A porcelain bridge is a prosthetic device that is anchored by adjacent healthy teeth or dental implants, effectively filling the gap left by a missing tooth. The bridge consists of a custom-made artificial tooth (or teeth) that matches the shape and color of your surrounding teeth, providing a natural-looking result. At Fort Dental, we use high-quality porcelain material for its durability, strength, and ability to mimic the translucence of natural enamel.
The Benefits of Porcelain Bridges
Porcelain bridges offer numerous benefits for patients with missing teeth, including:
- Restoring Function: By filling the gaps left by missing teeth, bridges help restore proper chewing and speaking functions, preventing bite problems or jaw discomfort.
- Aesthetic Enhancement: Porcelain bridges are designed to look and feel like your natural teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile and restoring its appearance.
- Preventing Shifting Teeth: Missing teeth can cause surrounding teeth to shift into the empty space, leading to misalignment. A porcelain bridge prevents this from happening, maintaining proper tooth alignment.
- Long-Lasting Solution: Porcelain is a durable material, and with proper care, your bridge can last for many years, offering a reliable solution for tooth replacement.
The Porcelain Bridge Process
At Fort Dental, we follow a meticulous process to ensure the best results for your porcelain bridge. The process typically involves:
- Consultation and Assessment: Our team will evaluate your oral health and determine if a porcelain bridge is the right solution for your needs.
- Tooth Preparation: The adjacent teeth are prepared to serve as anchors for the bridge. These teeth are reshaped to accommodate the crowns that will hold the bridge in place.
- Impression and Customization: We take an impression of your teeth, which is used to create a custom bridge that fits perfectly in your mouth and matches your natural teeth.
- Bridge Placement: Once your porcelain bridge is ready, it will be securely placed and adjusted for a comfortable, precise fit.
At Fort Dental, we are committed to providing high-quality, personalized dental care to all of our patients. Our experienced team takes the time to understand your individual needs and goals, ensuring that your porcelain bridge is custom-made to meet your expectations. We use advanced techniques and materials to deliver results that enhance both the function and appearance of your smile.
If you have any questions about our porcelain dental bridges, get in touch with us! 780.998.7165.
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Dr. Patricia Kenny
Dr. Jordan Rattai
Dr. Lindsay Patterson
Dr. Payal Kumar
201 - 10010 88 Ave.
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
T8L 0A8