A fixed bridge is used to replace missing teeth. A bridge helps to create a normal bite, prevent stress on the dental arch, prevent the drifting and tilt of adjacent teeth, inhibit decay in difficult areas, and slow the onset of periodontal disease.

A dental bridge can be an often great option for someone missing one or more teeth in a particular area. Sometimes called a “fixed partial denture” bridges literally bridge the gap between missing teeth. Unlike a removable denture, a dental bridge can only be removed by the dentist.

Another option is an Implant Bridge.  When several teeth in an area are missing and a traditional crown bridge is not an option, an implant bridge may be a great alternative.  An implant is placed to hold the bridge in place.