The best way to know if you need dental bridges in Riverside is to come in for a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Ali Shmara. Dr. Shmara might recommend a dental bridge to improve the appearance of your smile if you have the following conditions:

• Single missing tooth
• A row of missing teeth

A dental bridge typically consists of artificial teeth called pontics that are supported by abutment crowns on either side. Whether you’ve lost a tooth due to injury or decay, a dental bridge can be customized to match your natural teeth and blend seamlessly into your smile.

A traditional dental bridge is a common dental structure to replace missing teeth and to restore your dental health. A traditional tooth bridge consists of two outer abutments placed on the teeth next to the gap, with a pontic in between. These outer crowns act as anchors to stabilize the tooth bridge.

A cantilever dental bridge is an option when there is only one healthy and stable tooth located next to the missing tooth or gap.

Dental bridges provide both functional and aesthetic benefits that can improve your day-to-day eating, speaking, smiling, and oral hygiene habits.

4 Benefits of Getting Dental Bridges in Riverside

Prevent Your Teeth From Moving: Keeping your teeth aligned helps maintain your facial structure

Restore Your Eating Abilities: Missing teeth can causing painful and uncomfortable chewing and biting

Enhance Your Smile: Don’t be shy about smiling and speaking, replace your missing tooth with a dental bridge

Improve Your Speech: Missing teeth can cause unexpected impacts in your jaw bone structure and speech

You are eligible for a dental bridge in Riverside if you have at least one missing tooth. If you have multiple missing teeth in a row, a dental bridge might also be a good option for you.

1. One missing tooth
2. Row of missing teeth

The health and strength of your existing teeth may also factor into your eligibility for a dental bridge. Dental bridges require stable and healthy teeth as the anchors or support for the tooth bridge.

Before your dental bridge procedure, you will have your initial evaluation with Dr. Ali Shmara. If we determine that dental bridges are the best option for you, your teeth can be prepared during this appointment. Dr. Ali Shmara prepares the teeth on either side of the gap by removing a small amount of enamel. These outer teeth act as abutments or anchors for the bridge. Impressions of the prepared teeth are taken to create a custom-made bridge that fits seamlessly into the patient’s mouth. During this appointment, we will provide a temporary dental bridge.

During the dental bridge procedure, Dr. Ali Shmara will install the final permanent bridge. If you’re looking for a dental bridge expert in Riverside call (951)352-2227 to consult Dr Ali Shmara.

After the dental bridge procedure, your teeth and gums might feel tender which is normal. You can resume your normal day-to-day activities unless your dentist instructs otherwise.