Dental Bridges in Temple, TX

Dental bridges in Temple, TX, are an excellent tooth replacement choice for missing teeth within the same arch. To fill in the gap, we will need two healthy teeth on each side to function as supportive pillars for the dental bridge. If the teeth adjacent to a gap are weak or damaged, they will not be able to provide proper support, affecting your candidacy for dental bridges. In that case, we may offer restorative treatment options or dental implants to support a dental bridge on both ends.

When you visit our practice to get a tooth replacement, we will first assess your oral cavity to determine the condition of the surrounding teeth and gums. If they are healthy, we will move forward with dental bridges, which usually take two appointments to complete.

Our team will prep your neighboring teeth on the first visit by removing a certain portion of their enamel. This is done so that the bridge can fit comfortably. After this, we will perform an iTero digital impression and send it to a dental lab to design the dental bridge according to the natural shade and contours of your teeth. During this period, we will place a temporary bridge to maintain your appearance. Once your customized dental bridge arrives at our office, we will recall you to fix it over your teeth permanently. Our team will also provide post-treatment instructions to care for it at home.

Several insurance plans provide partial coverage for dental bridges as a tooth replacement option. Before estimating personal treatment costs, our insurance specialist will contact your provider to assess your benefits. If there are additional costs, our team will be happy to offer alternative payment plans accepted at our practice. We aim to provide budget-friendly dental services to all our patients.

A gap or space left by a missing tooth or teeth can impact your smile and self-confidence. If you wish to fill those spaces with natural-looking alternatives, contact us to get customized dental bridges in Temple, TX.