Dental Bridges

Las Vegas, Nevada

If you have missing teeth, you increase the risk of further disease and decay as well as shifting teeth. Las Vegas cosmetic dentist Dr. Paez can help you restore your teeth and smile with dental bridges. At Nevada Dental Esthetics, we understand how missing teeth can affect your self-esteem and all aspects of your life and we want to help.

Types of Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a false tooth suspended between two other teeth via crowns. Bridges are permanent and are not removable like dentures.

There are several different types of dental bridges and you can discuss your bridge options with Dr. Paez during your initial consultation.

• Traditional Fixed Bridge – Held in place with crowns on either side of the false tooth.
• Resin Bonded Bridge – Typically used on the front teeth. The false tooth is fused to metal bands that are bonded to the neighboring teeth with a resin.
• Cantilever Bridge – Used when the missing tooth has no neighboring tooth on one side. The false tooth is secured to two neighboring teeth on the other side, like a cantilevered balcony. 

The Procedure for a Traditional Fixed Bridge

You will need only two visits to Dr. Paez’s office.

• Dr. Paez will prepare your adjacent teeth for the crowns by removing a small amount of enamel. He will take an impression, or mold, of your mouth to be sent to the dental lab that will custom create the bridge. For the two weeks or before your second visit, you will be fitted with a temporary bridge.
• Dr. Paez will fit the custom bridge into place, positioning the crowns over the two neighboring teeth and adjusting the fit as necessary. Then he will cement the bridge permanently in place.

You can read more on our Missing Teeth page and Dental Implants page

If you live in the Las Vegas area and have one or more missing teeth, it’s important to see a cosmetic dentist right away. Call or email us today to schedule an appointment or a free initial consultation to see if dental bridges are the right solution for you!