As you age, your teeth can weaken, and the normal wear and tear on your teeth can cause damage. Cracks, stains and decay can become more of a problem, and it can leave you with a smile you don’t recognize. You may even begin to lose teeth. When this happens, a dental crown or dental bridge is usually the solution for maintaining your smile and oral health.
If you have a missing tooth, or teeth, we highly recommend you have it replaced – not just because of the way your smile looks, but also because it could cause structural damage to your mouth. Your mouth relies on your teeth, and if one or a few are missing, the mouth and jaw can suffer, and it can become difficult to eat or speak properly. A dental bridge can help. A dental bridge is exactly what it sounds like – a tooth bridge that spans the area where your tooth is missing. Dental bridges are strong and durable. They’re often made from Zirconia, porcelain (metal free), alloys, metals or gold.