How do I know if a bridge is better for me than an implant or denture?

A bridge is often a good choice if you have healthy teeth next to the gap and want a non-surgical option. At your exam, we compare all options with you and recommend what fits your mouth and goals.

Will a bridge change how my smile looks or feels?

Your bridge is color matched and shaped to blend with your natural teeth. After a short adjustment period, it should feel like a normal part of your bite.

How long can I expect my bridge to last?

With good brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, many bridges last 10 to 15 years or more. Keeping the teeth that support it healthy is the key.

Will I be able to eat and speak normally with a bridge?

Yes. A properly fitted bridge restores chewing and often improves speech that may have been affected by missing teeth. Most patients return to normal eating quickly.

Does getting a bridge require a lot of time or recovery?

The process is usually completed over a few visits with minimal downtime. Most patients return to daily activities the same day.

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Dental Bridges

Our team designs and fits custom bridges to restore chewing, speech, and facial support with clear steps from start to finish.

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Needle-Free Dentistry

Porcelain Veneers

Same Day Crowns

At Jenkins Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, custom bridges replace missing teeth so your bite works the way it should, your speech stays clear, and your smile looks naturally complete.

LASTING COMFORT

What Are Dental Bridges?

A dental bridge replaces teeth lost to injury or extraction by attaching artificial crowns to neighboring natural teeth called abutment teeth. Bridges come in two main types: fixed and removable.

Fixed bridges are secured to the abutment teeth by placing crowns on them or by directly bonding the artificial teeth, creating a stable and lasting solution.

Removable bridges can be taken out and put back in as needed and are held by metal clasps or precision attachments that connect to surrounding teeth.

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Why Dental Bridges Matter?

A thoughtfully planned bridge restores harmony to your bite and brings long- term stability to the way your smile looks and feels every day.

Support lips and cheeks to prevent a sunken look

Help teeth work together to protect gums and oral tissues

Restore chewing and everyday function

Lower the risk of gum disease and related problems

Improve speech when missing teeth affect certain sounds

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Steps to Creating Your Dental Bridge

Thoughtfully planned over a few visits to restore comfort, function, and a natural-looking smile.

01. Evaluation & Planning

We begin by examining the gap, surrounding teeth, and your bite to confirm that a bridge is the right solution. Most cases are completed over 2 to 3 visits.

02. Tooth Preparation

The teeth on both sides of the space are gently shaped to support the bridge. Only a small amount of enamel and dentin is removed to ensure strength and stability.

03. Design & Fabrication

Impressions are taken to match your bite and smile. Your custom bridge is created with a natural-looking replacement tooth to fill the gap seamlessly.

04. Placement & Secure Fit

The finished bridge is carefully placed and cemented to the prepared teeth. We refine comfort and bite so the bridge feels stable and functions naturally.

LASTING COMFORT

Benefits of Dental Bridges

A complete, stable smile that feels natural day after day.

Improves appearance and helps prevent facial sagging.

Restores proper chewing and overall function.

Maintains dental health and helps prevent oral disorders.

Lowers the risk of gum disease.

Improves speech and everyday communication.

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Contact us to learn how dental bridges and our other treatments can improve your oral health and overall well-being. Book your appointment today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s what most patients like to know before they get started.

How do I know if a bridge is better for me than an implant or denture?
A bridge is often a good choice if you have healthy teeth next to the gap and want a non-surgical option. At your exam, we compare all options with you and recommend what fits your mouth and goals.
Will a bridge change how my smile looks or feels?
Your bridge is color matched and shaped to blend with your natural teeth. After a short adjustment period, it should feel like a normal part of your bite.
How long can I expect my bridge to last?
With good brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, many bridges last 10 to 15 years or more. Keeping the teeth that support it healthy is the key.
Will I be able to eat and speak normally with a bridge?
Yes. A properly fitted bridge restores chewing and often improves speech that may have been affected by missing teeth. Most patients return to normal eating quickly.
Does getting a bridge require a lot of time or recovery?
The process is usually completed over a few visits with minimal downtime. Most patients return to daily activities the same day.