Dental bridges are one of the most viable methods used by dentist Campsie to replace missing teeth and provide support for surrounding teeth. A bridge is composed of a combination of the crown, dental implant, or other tooth-replacement material that is placed above the empty space in the mouth.

The bridge is made by a process of 3d computer imaging and is a great way to improve your confidence. It is also very strong and durable. 

That being said, if you’ve decided to undergo this dental procedure then do your homework properly on searching for the benefits as well as disadvantages of dental bridges. This article tries to do exactly that. Here we'll provide you with the top five pros and cons of dental bridges.

Pros of dental bridges:

1. The advantage that bridges have over dentures is that they are made out of natural materials (gold or porcelain fused with metals). Unlike dentures, the material does not move and you can wear it for a long time without feeling discomfort.

     2. Dental bridges are the most reliable way of dealing with tooth loss. Having a missing tooth or teeth prevents you from biting, chewing and smiling comfortably. However, the bridge not only restores your smile but also improves your overall oral and digestive health.

    3. They are not expensive and do not require major work to be done on your teeth.

   4. They are low maintenance and look almost the same as original teeth.

   5.  Since they are generally constructed of metal or porcelain, they will not decay as easily as dental crowns and, therefore, may last longer than their composite counterparts. Also, because the bridge itself does not need to be attached to existing teeth, there is less difficulty with tooth preparation and the amount of tooth that needs to be removed to allow for the placement of a dental bridge.

Cons of dental bridges:

1. Although dental bridges can be a good treatment for missing teeth, sometimes if the bridge is ill-fitted to the neighboring teeth it can result in tooth decay.

    2. Dental bridges, especially the traditional ones, require shaving down and capping of healthy teeth to fit the bridge properly which might result in damaging or weakening perfectly healthy teeth.

   3. If the surrounding teeth are not healthy and sturdy enough then the restoration might collapse as well.

   4. Since it is a surgery, it can always carry a risk but the problems in these types of surgeries are rare if they are done professionally.

   5. They will need to be changed or replaced after a certain period.

Now that you know the pros and cons of dental bridges you can make a decision while consulting with your dentist if you want to choose dental bridges or they might suggest a better option. Also, if you have any other questions or concerns regarding dental bridge costs, you can freely ask your dental health care professional.

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