Dental Bridges
Are you tired of seeing gaps in your smile? Is tooth loss causing your oral health to suffer?
Dental bridges are a great way to fill the gaps and give you a healthy, natural-looking smile.
Let Drs. Carmen Every-Degel and Clifford Degel in Queens, NY, give you the smile of your dreams through dental bridges.
What Are Dental Bridges?
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A dental bridge is a prosthetic tooth connected on both sides by dental crowns. The prosthetic tooth fits in the tooth gap, while the crowns cap the teeth next to the gap (abutment teeth). The prosthetic tooth and the crowns are designed to match your natural teeth so they are virtually undetectable. They are an effective means of bridging any gaps in your smile.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Bridges?
Giving you a confident smile isn't the only thing dental bridges can accomplish. Dental bridges can also:
Realign Your Bite
Dental bridges can correct your bite, preventing damage to your jawbone and strengthening your ability to chew.Correct Speech Problems
Missing teeth can cause difficulty speaking. Dental bridges allow you to speak clearly and effectively.Help Maintain Oral Health
Dental bridges can minimize the chance of tooth decay, periodontal disease, and bone loss.
Prevent Tooth Movement
Filling tooth gaps will prevent your surrounding teeth from shifting, which helps prevent TMJ disorders (TMD).
Give Facial Structure Support
Filling in the gaps left by missing teeth allows your cheeks and lips to fall into place as they would with your natural teeth.
Provide Enhanced Comfort
Missing teeth can be frustrating and uncomfortable. Bridges look and function like your natural teeth, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile like you used to.
Offer Long-Lasting Results
With proper aftercare and regular checkups with your dentist, your bridges can last more than 10 years.
Types of Dental Bridges
Traditional dental bridges consist of a prosthetic tooth bookended by dental crowns, which cover the two abutment teeth on either side of a tooth gap. The false tooth (pontic) is inserted into the gap, with the teeth adjacent to the gap carefully prepped to be capped by the crowns. The pontic is made of either ceramic, porcelain, or Pretteau® Zirconia. This pontic tooth may be fused to metal in order to create the traditional dental bridge.
Benefits of Implant-Supported Bridges
Dental implants are considered the strongest and one of the most stable ways to secure your dental bridge. Implants are also a permanent fixture in your mouth, so with proper care, your dental implants will last a lifetime. Your bridges should only have to be replaced every 10-15 years.
See Which Dental Bridges are Right for You Contact Our NYC Dental Office
Our Astoria office has been a fixture of Queens, NY, since 1991. We continue to bring you the care you need in a friendly neighborhood setting. In 30 years of practicing dentistry, our dentists know many pioneers in the field, keeping up with the latest techniques and advancements. With their knowledge and skill, you can be sure you'll get the care you need and the smile you want through dental bridges and implant dentistry. To schedule a consultation, contact us online or give our Queens, NY, office a call:
(718) 278-1123
"Dr. Degel and his entire staff provide the most enjoyable dental experience"
Tom K
2021
Dr Degel and his entire staff provide the most enjoyable dental experience from the moment you walk in the door. I highly recommend them.
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Michael Angelo
2021
One of the nicest doctors and the staff treats you very well. Highly recommended! If you want the job done right the first time come here!
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If dental bridges are right for you, two separate appointments with our dentists will be required for the procedure. Your first appointment will consist of preparation of your abutment teeth, sculpting your surrounding teeth, and being fitted with your temporary bridge.
As bridges can be placed in areas where one to three teeth are missing, they are an effective treatment option for the majority of our patients with dental gaps.
"The Astoria Dental Group is excellent"
Evelyn Williams
2021
The Astoria Dental Group is excellent; have been going here for over 10 years and I am comfortable. That is a difficult thing to say about dentistry.
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Steve Kessler
2021
First time I have been to Astoria Dental and Everyone and Dr. Degal was very professional and accommodating. Being comfortable with your dentist is priority and that I certainly was!!
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It is crucial to prioritize your oral health as the longevity and stability of your dental bridge depends on your surrounding teeth. Proper dental care like brushing, flossing, and routine dental exams will help prevent cavities, tooth decay, and tooth loss.
Cost of Dental Bridges
Just as everyone's smiles are unique, so is the cost of your bridge. The cost greatly depends on how many teeth you are replacing and what type of bridge you choose. Everyone at our Queens dental office believes patients should have a smile they're proud of, no matter the cost. That's why we offer low monthly payment plans and financing options like CareCredit®, Wells Fargo, and Lending Club.
Astoria Dental Group can get you the dental care you need. If you live in Astoria, Long Island City, or anywhere in NYC, reach out to our office to see how we can work with your budget.
Fixed Bridges vs. Dentures
The first step in deciding which tooth replacement option is right for you is to talk to your dentist. There are pros and cons to both options, but certain factors will depend on which tooth replacement treatment is best for you.
Fixed Bridges
Fixed bridges are a great option for people who have just a few missing teeth and whose surrounding teeth are strong enough to support the permanent structure. They are extremely sturdy and allow the wearer to chew food as they would with their natural teeth.
Dentures
Dentures are a great option for people who are missing multiple teeth (especially in different areas of the mouth), or for people whose remaining teeth are not sturdy enough to support a dental bridge. Since dentures are removable, they are not as sturdy as a fixed bridge, but they are easy to clean.
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Astoria Dental Group offers exceptional service and the latest treatments in dentistry. Our dentists proudly serve patients from Long Island City, Woodside, Sunnyside, and all of NYC.
