Getting a bridge dental bridge fitted in west London can be a difficult decision to make. Yes it is important to ensure that you plug any gaps in the mouth and between the teeth for the overall health of your mouth. But for some people, and only if it is vital, the thought of having a dental bridge fitted is as alien as sugar to a diabetic. And there comes a time after you have lost a tooth, to make a decision about insuring the health of your mouth in the future and you should always consult your dentist about how to go forward from this point. Where you have lost the tooth and the nature of how you lost it in the first place is important here, because some people can live with it and their mouths can recover. But if it threatens the health of the mouth, a dental bridge can remedy the problem. They are not a stroll in the park as they are hard work to clean and look after once you go down this avenue, but they can offer you solace and restore your look and your smile to its former glory. It is also one of the cheapest methods of restoring the health back to your mouth. What you need to avoid when you lose a tooth is to ensure that your teeth continue to remain healthy and that you do all that you can to keep that cheeky and healthy grin on your face.
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Choosing a Dental Bridge in West London
October 28th, 2011Get the facts about all the different types of false teeth from City of London dentists
July 14th, 2011
When you hear the expression ‘false teeth’ it probably makes you think of elderly relatives and their sets of dentures. But there is far more to false teeth than that and dentures are just one type of false teeth among a variety of different ways in which they are used. Read on to find out more information about false teeth and the varied ways in which they are used in modern dentistry.
In recognition that a full set of teeth is more useful than a partial one, humans have long sought to replace lost teeth. Early human beings would use animal teeth where they could, or even bits of wood. In the late nineteenth century there were some significant break throughs in false teeth technology and these developments continued apace in the twentieth century.
Now false teeth are applied in a variety of different ways in patients’ mouths. Of course there are dentures which are sets of false teeth mounted on a platform and worn in the mouth when all teeth have been lost. False teeth are also employed in dental bridge work where one is secured to surrounding teeth using strong dental composite.
The pioneering dental implant work that is growing in popularity also uses false teeth which are essentially screwed in secure sockets placed against the jaw bone and under the gum. Modern false teeth are growing in durability and can last very many years with the right care.
If you have suffered from tooth loss and, like our ancient ancestors, rightly decide that you need a full set of functioning teeth in your mouth, ask your City of London dentist about all the different varieties of false teeth and which one is best for your dental situation.
City of London dentists offer dental bridges as a workable solution to tooth loss
July 6th, 2011
The initial impact of losing a tooth or teeth might be embarrassment and outright pain. The long term effects can be damaging to the health of your mouth. Not having a full set of teeth in your mouth can make it that bit more difficult to eat and drink in comfort and sometimes the remaining teeth will start to shift into the positions left vacant by the absent teeth. Thankfully there are plenty of options for replacing lost teeth.
One of the most popular methods of doing so is to have dental bridge work carried out. What this amounts to is securing a false tooth (also known as a pontic) to the surrounding teeth. This is a highly successful and adaptable method that does not require invasive surgery. Dentists can adapt the process depending on the situation of tooth loss in the first place.
If you are missing a tooth at the front of your mouth then your dentist will be able to secure the bridge in such a way that the bond is concealed and aesthetics are preserved. If there are not teeth on either side of the gap or one of them is too weak to be a part of the bridge, the false tooth can be secured on one side only.
Dental bridge work can be carried out in conjunction with dental implants whereby a false tooth is secured via a ‘socket’ implanted in the gum and fused with the jaw bone and then used to support a bridge of replacement teeth.
Have a chat with your City of London dentist if you are missing some teeth and are interested in how dental bridges can improve the health of your mouth.
Closing out the gaps with a Bridge in the City of London
May 24th, 2011
A lot of factors fit together like a jigsaw to keep your mouth healthy and free from problems, the first piece being your dentist. Throughout your life, any dentist in the city of London will strive to uphold the primary directives of dentistry- healthy gums and teeth, straight teeth to maintain your bite for a healthy jaw and to keep as many teeth in your mouth as possible. There are a numerous amount techniques available to them to do this- one of which is the dental bridge, used to replace any missing teeth. It’s proven itself over the years to be a wonderful answer to tooth loss and combined with the use of an implant as well, they last longer than ever in the mouth. Having one fitted is quite a simple process and one of the cheaper choices you have to fill that hole in your mouth. What one type of bridge you have depends on where you have lost the tooth; most people lose a tooth at the back of the mouth as they get older and therefore, the bridge can only be bonded onto a single tooth- this is where an implant can give the bridge extra rigidity to take the forces that come from biting and chewing. However, if a tooth has been lost within a line of teeth, it can be replaced by having the new tooth connected to two crowns that bond over the adjacent tooth; again, depending on the pressures that the bridge has to go through, an implant can be very useful for added strength. They are harder to clean, but if you look after your bridge, it should last you a good 15+ years.
Dental bridge advice can be given from a west London dental practice.
January 8th, 2011
A dental bridge is a dental procedure where a missing tooth or teeth are replaced by a fixed partial denture; this is attached permanently to each side of the adjacent teeth. There are a variety of different types of bridges varying in the way in which they are made and attached to the teeth; the majority of bridges are made using indirect restorative methods however in some cases resins are used to make direct restorations. There are three different types of bridge; firstly a fixed bridge is implanted in the mouth by making reductions in the teeth either side of where the bridge is going to go then the bridge is attached to the teeth. There are a number of materials that can be used to make the fixed bridge such as gold, ceramics, porcelain fused with metal and sometimes porcelain only. Second there is the resin bonded bridge, where there is no need of crowning the adjacent teeth so this procedure is used when they show little or no previous damage. The bridge is usually made from plastic and attached using metal bands bonded using resin. Typically this kind of bridge is used on the front teeth where there is little or no stress, it can be made by bonds behind the teeth which are out of view. Lastly there is the cantilever bridge which is used when there is only one tooth which is healthy for the bridge to be attached to, the bridge is anchored on just one side and because of this it usually used in areas of low stress such as at the front of the teeth. Taking care of dental bridges is a very important thing for patients as even the best fitting bridges will still contain gaps so strict brushing routines and cleaning are essential. Discuss dental braces with a west London dental professional.
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Lost teeth effectively replaced with dental bridges from West London dentist
December 9th, 2010
There are a number of good reasons to get your lost teeth replaced. If you lost a tooth or teeth because of an accident or as a result of tooth decay, you should contact your West London dentist immediately to see what your options are. Having a full set of teeth allows to eat and drink properly and means that remaining teeth don’t begin to shift into any gaps you have because of missing teeth.
Dental bridges are one option to replace lost teeth and come in three main varieties. Fixed or traditional bridge work involves having a pontic or false tooth anchored to two crowns on either side of it. This is a very stable method particularly suited when just one tooth has been lost and the rest of the mouth is in good health generally. If you have lost a tooth at the front of the mouth, Maryland- or resin-bonded bridges might be used because they conceal the resin and preserve a natural looking mouth. Cantilever bridges are utilised when patients’ front teeth are especially weak and a false teeth can only be fused on one side rather than two.
The process of dental bridges might involve your dentist removing a little of surrounding teeth to make sure that there is enough room. Temporary bridges are worn while your pontic is contstructed from mould of your mouth. Once they are ready your dentist will attach them and check that your bite is not affected by the bridge.
Get more information from your West London dentist about dental bridges and how they can be used to effectively replace lost teeth and provide lasting solutions.
Dental bridges in the city of London
November 5th, 2010
However hard we try in the city of London to maintain a good level of oral cleanliness, there is a chance that at some point in our lives, we will lose a tooth. Whatever the reasons behind the loss, it is often necessary to have the tooth replaced, not only
to remain pretty, keeping the contours of your face and retain the smile, but for health reasons; the teeth that are left can be prone to movement and infection. One solution to the problem is a dental bridge. These are relatively simple to fabricate and fit (two, maybe three sittings) and if treated with respect, can last you up to 15 years. Depending on the nature of the gap and the condition of the teeth left, there are generally 3 types to choose from. For the front teeth that are less likely to be exposed to stress and pressure, there’s a choice of two. A bonded bridge- where the replacement tooth is attached to the adjacent teeth using bands and then bonded with resin, or, a cantilever bridge that is attacheched to one adjacent tooth. But the strongest is a fixed bridge. This can take a lot of pressure and therefore can be used anywhere. The replacement tooth is bonded to two new crowns and cemented to the prepared teeth either side if the gap. In all cases, hygiene is important after the bridge is in place.
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The importance of the dental bridge explained by City of London dentist
August 21st, 2010
We have all seen what happens to a smile when a tooth is missing. A gap in the dental arc is pretty much the first thing that you notice when somebody smiles at you, but it is not just the aesthetic damage that is cause for concern. Missing teeth leave hollows in the gums that provide the perfect place for bacteria and plaque to build up. This hollow area is very difficult to clean with a conventional brush and can lead to damage occurring to other teeth in the dental arc. This process will repeat itself over and over until ultimately the teeth are all under threat.
Like any solid defence, your teeth need to be at maximum strength to successfully battle dental disease and decay. This is why your City of London dentist will always recommend that you try and replace missing teeth as soon as possible.
One of the most effective ways of doing this is to have a dental bridge designed and fitted. Just like it sounds, a dental bridge spans the gap created by the lost tooth with an artificial tooth. This tooth, known as the pontic, will be very realistic and match the other teeth for maximum cosmetic effect.
The pontic is normally held in place by dental crowns on either side of the gap. Small resin strips attach the pontic to the crowns to restore both the appearance and functionality of the tooth. Dental bridges are very effective and also the most affordable of all the dental substitutes. If properly maintained, a dental bridge from a City of London dentist can last as long as twenty years, although the average lifespan is between ten and fifteen years.
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City of London dentist makes new smile with dental bridge
June 7th, 2010
Teeth can be lost for many reasons. It could be due to some kind of physical trauma like a sporting injury or a motor vehicle accident. It may be due to eating a hard bit of food that cracks or severely damages the teeth. Or it could simply be due to decay or gum disease. Whatever the reason for having a missing tooth, it is often a very nasty experience that involves a lot of pain and embarrassment. Even after the initial pain has subsided the appearance of the teeth with a missing space can be the source of many self-confidence issues.
However, there are a number of ways to replace missing teeth. This could involve using a partial denture, often known as a plate, or even a dental implant. But one of the most popular ways of replacing missing teeth is with a dental bridge. This involves constructing a bridge between the adjacent teeth to the vacant slot. This is achieved using dental crowns and an artificial tooth known as a pontic.
In some cases, if the teeth are in good enough condition, the pontic can be attached simply with resin bonded strips rather than remove healthy enamel to attach dental crowns. Your City of London dentist will be able to make an assessment about which is the most suitable for your teeth.
A dental bridge will replace the cosmetic and functional use of the tooth, although some care must be taken to avoid very hard foods. They will last somewhere between ten and twenty years depending on how well they are cared for.
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Restore your smile with dental implant from West London dentist
May 7th, 2010
There are a number of ways to replace a missing tooth. A dental bridge uses two dental crowns, attached to teeth either side of the vacant space, which act as a support for an artificial tooth. It is also possible to replace missing teeth with partial dentures, but by far the most realistic method of restoring missing teeth is a dental implant.
Dental implants are the only dental substitute to replace the whole of the tooth, including the root. This gives it the extra stability that is sometimes lacking from other restorations. They come in the form of small titanium screws that are drilled directly into the jawbone. They are then left to fuse with the surrounding bone and tissue so that they are extremely firm. The implants then act as a base for a post and crown, which complete the implant procedure.
Single implants can be used to replace one or more missing teeth or for patients who have suffered multiple tooth loss and face the possibility of wearing dentures, a series of mini-implants could act as a secure base for a pair of dentures. This alleviates the anxiety suffered by many denture wearers that they are going to fall out at inopportune moments.
Dental implant surgery sounds a lot more unpleasant than it actually is. Although the implant is secured directly into the jawbone, the procedure will be relatively painless. The implant will usually require between four and six weeks to fuse with the other tissue in a process called osseointegration. Once set firm, the dental implant is a permanent addition to the jaw and will last a lifetime. Therefore your West London dentist may need to examine the condition of your jaw and gums before carrying out implant surgery.
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