TOOTH BRIDGES

§         Are tooth bridges more difficult to maintain than real teeth or dental implants?

Due to the increased flossing bridges require more work for dental patients to maintain the integrity of their bridges.

§         Which is better? Implants or Bridges?

Implants are better for the patient because they are secure into the jaw and maintenance is much less, however not everyone is the ideal candidate for implants, which is why bridges shall always be valued dental procedure. Speak to your dentist at Dental Point Clinic to see which one is best for you.

§         What’s the time period between extraction and placement of the bridge?

Approximately 4-6 weeks in order to prevent the movement of neighboring teeth into the gap. Once the gums are healed then the dentist will put the bridge in place.

§         What is a bridge’s life expectancy?

A bridge from Dental Point Clinic should last from 5-10 years with proper care.