Custom Dental Bridges in San Diego, CA

A missing tooth can be a serious dental problem, since teeth are created to work together. If you’ve suffered losing one tooth or more to injury or decay, a dental bridge from our San Diego, CA dental office could be the right solution for your smile.

How Do I Know If A Bridge Is The Right Choice?

If you’ve lost a tooth, Dr. Hornbrook will conduct a thorough examination of your mouth to develop a customized dental treatment plan that works best for you. During this time you can ask questions and find out if a bridge could be the right fit for your smile’s unique needs.

What Can I Expect At My Appointment?

In most cases, placing a dental bridge will take more than one appointment with us. On your first visit, Dr. Hornbrook will prepare the healthy teeth on either side of the gap left by your lost tooth. These are the teeth that will support the bridge.

Next, Dr. Hornbrook will take an impression of your teeth in order to custom-make a dental bridge designed specifically for your mouth. A temporary bridge will be placed in your mouth until the permanent bridge has been created.

Once the permanent bridge is finished, Dr. Hornbrook will adjust and fit it to your mouth, cementing it to the teeth that have been prepared at your earlier appointment. Remember, this type of bridge is permanent, it can’t be removed without help from a dentist.

What About Bridges Supported By Dental Implants?

Another type of bridge is one that is supported by dental implants. This might be the right solution for your smile if your surrounding teeth aren’t capable of supporting a bridge.

Our staff at Hornbrook Center For Dentistry is ready to answer any questions you have and thoroughly discuss your dental bridge options.

How To Take Care Of Your Dental Bridge

Keep in mind that your dental bridge can deteriorate if the teeth that support it on either side are damaged. To make sure your bridge stays healthy and in place for years to come, follow these oral health guidelines:

• Brush your teeth (including your bridge) twice a day and floss once per day.
• Pay special attention to the area around your dental bridge and always clean between your teeth and under the bridge. Ask one of our staff members at Hornbrook Center For Dentistry what the best option for cleaning your bridge will be.
• Visit Dr. Hornbrook regularly for dental exams and professional teeth cleanings.