Dental Bridges in West New York, NJ | Veda Family Dentistry

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth using artificial teeth (pontics) anchored by crowns on either side. These crowns are bonded to your natural teeth or dental implants, creating a secure, non-removable restoration. Bridges improve your bite, speech, and facial symmetry while helping prevent the shifting of adjacent teeth.

Types of Dental Bridges We Offer

• Traditional Bridges: The most common option, supported by crowns on both sides of the gap.

• Cantilever Bridges: Used when only one adjacent tooth is available for support.

• Maryland Bridges: A conservative solution using a bonded metal or ceramic framework instead of full crowns.

• Implant-Supported Bridges: Anchored by dental implants rather than natural teeth, ideal for durability and preserving bone.

We help you choose the best option based on your health, goals, and lifestyle.

Bridge Materials

• Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM): Strong and affordable, but may show a dark edge over time.

• All-Ceramic or Zirconia: Offers high durability with exceptional aesthetics, ideal for visible teeth.

• Metal Alloys (Gold): Extremely strong and long-lasting, ideal for molars.

• Resin-Bonded (Maryland): Minimally invasive and ideal for small gaps in the front of the mouth.

Each material has pros and cons; our team will help you decide what works best for your case.

What to Expect During Treatment

The process typically involves two visits:

1. Preparation Visit:
   Supporting teeth are reshaped, impressions or digital scans are taken, and a temporary bridge is placed.

2. Final Placement:
   Your custom bridge is checked for fit, adjusted, and bonded in place. We ensure it looks and feels natural.

Same-day bridge options may be available depending on the case.

Care & Maintenance

• Brush and floss daily, including beneath the bridge with super-floss or a water flosser

• Avoid chewing hard foods or objects

• Visit us regularly for cleanings and evaluations

With proper care, your bridge can last 10–20 years or more.

Bridge vs. Implants

While bridges are faster and often more cost-effective, they do require alteration of adjacent healthy teeth and don’t prevent jawbone shrinkage. Dental implants, by contrast, offer bone preservation and longer lifespan, though at a higher upfront cost. We’ll help you weigh your options and choose what fits your priorities and health needs.