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Building Bridges And Better Smiles In The Heart Of Leeds

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2014

4207449_blogIf you have a missing tooth or your tooth is severely decayed and you’ve been advised to consider extraction, there’s no need to panic. We understand that it can be distressing to think of your smile without a tooth, but we have the best tooth replacement treatments available and we can soon restore your smile to its former glory.

Dental bridges are a quick, simple and affordable means of restoring the look of your smile and enhancing oral function. They last for 10-15 years and you look after them in the same way as your natural teeth.

About dental bridges

Dental bridges are a form of prosthesis, which are used to replace missing teeth. There are three main types of dental bridge: the traditional fixed bridge, the cantilever bridge and the resin-bonded bridge (also known as a Maryland bridge). The most commonly used bridge is the traditional fixed bridge, which is a versatile tooth replacement that is made from a false tooth, which is anchored in place by two neighbouring crowns. Bridges are custom-made for each individual patient and they are available in different materials, including porcelain, for a natural, healthy looking aesthetic.

Is a dental bridge the best option for me?

Dental bridges are an excellent option for people who are looking for a quick, painless and simple solution to a missing tooth. Bridges cost much less than dental implants and they can be fitted in two appointments, usually two weeks apart. Implants last much longer, but they are more expensive and treatment takes several months. If you have missing teeth and you are not sure which treatment to go for, we can help! During your consultation, we will be happy to go through the different option with you and make recommendations based on your needs and your treatment aims and expectations.

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A Better Bridge Could Be Just What You’re After In LE1

Tuesday, June 24th, 2014

2904387_blogIf you have a missing tooth, this can affect the look of your smile, as well as your ability to enjoy eating and a dental bridge could be the perfect way to eliminate these issues. Bridges are an affordable and effective tooth replacement treatment, which will enable you to eat and speak with ease, as well as restoring your smile to its former glory.

What is a dental bridge?

A dental bridge is a type of restoration, which is used to replace a missing tooth. There are different types of bridge available and the type of dental bridge you have will usually depend on the position of the tooth and the strength of the neighbouring teeth. Most commonly, a traditional fixed dental bridge is used. Fixed bridges are made from a false tooth, and is anchored by two crowns, one either side. Once the bridge is in place, it can only be removed by your dentist and we will check the fit and condition of the bridge every time you have a routine check-up.

Bridges can be made from a range of different materials, including ceramics and metals and we often recommend ceramic or ceramic fused to metal bridges, as these produce beautiful, natural results.

Bridges are less expensive than dental implants and although they do not last a lifetime, they should last for at least ten years. The procedure to fit them is straightforward and pain-free and each bridge is custom-made for a perfect fit.

If you have a missing tooth or you’re not happy with your current tooth replacement solution, call us and arrange an appointment. We will go through the ins and outs of bridge treatment and help you to decide whether a bridge is the best option for you.

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Gaps in Your Smile? Leeds Can Fix This With A Bridge

Saturday, May 3rd, 2014

18625044Gaps in the smile are likely to affect your confidence, but they can also be troublesome for your oral health and for the alignment and positioning of your remaining teeth. We have a host of options available to replace missing teeth and strongly recommend restorative treatment for patients who have lost a tooth. One of our most popular options is a dental bridge.

A dental bridge is a form of restoration, which is designed to ‘bridge the gap’ between two remaining teeth. The most commonly used bridge is a traditional fixed bridge, which is a fixed restoration made from a false tooth, which is held in place by two adjacent crowns, which are placed over the top of the neighbouring teeth. The false tooth is designed to look like the other teeth for a natural finish.

How is a dental bridge fitted and how long will it last?

Dental bridges are custom-made for each patient to ensure a perfect fit and maximum comfort. The bridge is made based on impressions of the patient’s teeth and once it is ready, your City Dental dentist will fit it and secure it into position using strong adhesive. Once the bridge is in place, it can only be removed by your dentist.

Dental bridges are not a permanent solution to missing teeth, but they should last for a long time, usually around 10-15 years.

When you have a dental bridge, oral hygiene is really important and it’s essential to clean around the bridge when you brush your teeth. We will give you advice about keeping your bridge clean when it is fitted and we will also check your bridge every time you come in for a routine dental appointment.

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Bridging the Dental Gap in the Heart of Leeds

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

iStock_000001998629XSmallIf you lose a tooth, you may find eating more difficult, your speech may be affected and you may suffer from a lack of confidence when you smile. Fortunately, there are some really effective tooth replacement treatments out there, including dental bridges.

A dental bridge is a restorative treatment, which comprises a prosthetic tooth, which is supported by two crowns. The aim of a bridge is to replace a missing tooth and restore the smile, as well as making it easier for you to chew your food properly.

There are various types of bridges available and usually, the type of bridge you choose will be dictated by the location of the gap. Most commonly, missing teeth are replaced with a traditional fixed bridge, but if you have a missing front tooth, a Maryland or resin-bonded bridge may be recommended. In a case where there are only healthy teeth on one side of the gap, rather than both, a cantilever bridge may be the best option.

Bridges can be made from different materials and there are options to suit all tastes and budgets. Ceramic bridges are very popular because they match the colour of the natural teeth and create an attractive aesthetic.

Once in place, dental bridges should last for around 10-15 years. Every time you see your dentist, they will check your bridge.

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Crossing the Bridge in Leeds

Wednesday, January 1st, 2014

2433646_sIt is a testament to dental bridges that the have been plugging up holes for decades in Leeds; generally it means that they work damn well, and they have evolved to be even better than before as dental technology has improved. The more popular bridge of today is one that is cemented to adjacent teeth and then anchored by a mini dental implant; this is also good for a long bridge that is used where several teeth have gone AWOL. There are other techniques used in bridgework such as the use of wires and resin to bond the new crown into place, though this is rather ‘old fashioned’ and have become rather superseded due to massive improvements in implant technology. Whichever you go for, you will have to up your cleaning techniques and learn to clean under and around your bridge but if you crack this, your bridge will last you a long, long time. Filling in a hole left by a lost tooth will also stop bacteria from forming and infecting surrounding teeth; teeth that can also start to move towards the gap. As well as this, your vanity and confidence will also be restored and a bridge will most definitely put that smile of yours back on track again

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Understanding Prosthodontics in Central Leeds

Monday, November 4th, 2013

iStock_000001998629XSmallIt is of great comfort to know that if a crisis like tooth loss strikes suddenly, there are people on hand that can overcome the shock of it all in central Leeds. Prosthodontics is a specialised field of dentistry that can help you overcome this problem and give your mouth back the freedom it once had. Tooth loss can be caused by injury, disease or just by old age getting the better of your teeth, but it is important that you rectify the issues in order to sustain the future health of your mouth otherwise, the problem can worsen: there are many ways you can go about getting your teeth replaced. The brightest and the best around right now is having dental implants fitted; these can house individual crowns and once they are in they are very robust, as well as being in for life. Dental bridges are another way of plugging up holes in your smile and can give you a good 20 years of service. The easiest and cheapest option though is the fitting of partial dentures; versatile, they are very easy to manage and can adapt with any movement in the surrounding teeth in the future- you simply get a replacement. Prosthodontics is invaluable for people with missing teeth, and once you have looked into the options on offer, it is down to you to decide on what procedure you prefer.

 

 

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What to do when Teeth go missing in Central Leeds

Saturday, November 2nd, 2013

4652780_blogIt can be an awful moment in your life if some of your teeth go missing in central Leeds: there are a few ways in which this can happen. You can lose a tooth or two through injury, bad decay and gum disease, but if you want to nip this in the bud and stop it from happening to the rest of your teeth, it is vital that you seal up the gaps as quickly as possible. Partial dentures are the cheapest and easiest method to choose in order to plug up the holes, and look very natural once they are in place- but then, so do the other methods on offer. Dental bridges have been with us for years and again, work brilliantly for overcoming tooth-loss. However, one of the greatest assets to dealing with a gap in the smile is the dental implant; not only can it be used to support dentures and bridges it has a stand alone quality of its own. One of these screwed into the jawbone is strong and can house individual crowns that will perfectly mirror that missing tooth/teeth. What you choose depends on how and where the problem has occurred but this will also be down to what your dentist thinks is best for you.

 

 

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Great Dental Bridges come to Leeds

Sunday, September 8th, 2013

758140_blogYou know, if you lose a tooth or two, it isn’t the end of the world in Leeds and there are some excellent ways to plug up the gaps, one of which is to get a dental bridge put in. There are health and aesthetic reasons attached to getting a hole sealed up and this option is as good as any. There are many variations to bridges so you will have to trust your dentist to choose the right one to suit you. Some involve wires and resin, but these have been rather superseded since the mini-implant has come along: combined with the bridge, it has made the fitting very secure indeed. With any bridge that you have done, there is always going to be an issue with cleaning because you have to go the extra mile in order to clean under and around it- but it won’t take long to get the hang of and if you look after your bridge, it will last you a good 15 years or so, plus you will look great once it is in place and it will also promote the health of your mouth and stop other complications from arising.

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The benefits behind a Dental Bridge in Central Leeds

Tuesday, August 20th, 2013

2797271_blogTooth loss is a torrid and painful time in central Leeds and aside from the way it can ruin your smile, it can also play havoc with your oral health in the future. Hence, it is best to do something about it pronto. A great little way to overcome this is to have a dental bridge fitted and there are many to choose from, depending where you have lost your tooth/teeth. In the past, you could have had your new fitting bonded in with resin and wires, but this has become rather old hat and has given way since the dental implant has become easier to fit, especially if the location of the loss is in an awkward place, say towards the back of your mouth. The implant acts as an excellent anchor for the bridge and gives it a lot of strength, meaning that if you look after your new fitting, you’ll have many years of wear from it. However, you’ll have to clean it properly because of the nature of the way it sits upon the gums, but get this right, and you’ll have no problems in the future.

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Bridging over the problem in Central Leeds

Tuesday, March 26th, 2013

As technology has improved in dentistry, so have the treatments that are on offer to keep you smiling and this is especially important when it comes to tooth loss in central Leeds, and the dental bridge has been on hand solving the problem for decades- a good sign really, for it proves that it works. However, the dental bridge has also become better thanks to the mini dental implant and the combination of the two has seen a great advancement in bridgework. Some bridges used to use wire and resins to secure them in the mouth, but the implant has rather changed all of that and by having one placed into the jaw can secure a long bridge in the middle, or anchor it at the end. Bridges can be colour coded to match the rest of your teeth and once you have got the hang of cleaning them and have been scared into looking after your mouth better in the future, a bridge can last for a good 20 years. They are strong and reasonably priced, plus, they are a great way to overcome tooth loss, keep your mouth healthy and put that smile back on your face again.

 

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