Cosmetic Dentistry Fixed Bridges

Serving Portland, Lake Oswego, & West Linn, Oregon

Fixed dental bridges are an option to permanently replace the visible, above-gum portion of the tooth with a porcelain crown.

Unlike dental implants, fixed bridges do not replace the root portion of the tooth. They do, however, provide a functional and natural looking replacement for the visible portion of the tooth, restoring both the appearance and the function of the missing tooth.

Benefits of fixed dental bridges

While not as complete a tooth replacement option as dental implants, fixed bridges offer a number of benefits, including:

• They are permanent fixtures, so they do not need to be removed as dentures do.
• They are quicker and may be less expensive than dental implants.
• They prevent teeth from shifting and becoming loose, as often occurs when you lose a tooth.
• By keeping teeth in their correct positions, they can prevent jaw joint problems  that might otherwise occur as a result of missing teeth.
• Dental bridges look and feel like natural teeth.

The fixed bridge procedure

During your first visit to have a bridge fitted, we will take molds and measurements of your mouth, as well as noting the appropriate tooth color, so that your final bridge will match the rest of your smile seamlessly.

We will then send this data to our specially selected dental lab to have your custom bridge made.

In your first visit we will gently modify your adjoining teeth and attach your new bridge, making modifications for appearance and comfort as necessary.

Call for your personal consultation
If you'd like to learn more about fixed bridges or our other tooth replacement options, call or email our Cosmetic Dentistry serving Portland today to schedule your personal cosmetic dentistry consultation with Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Wendling and her talented cosmetic dentistry team.

(503)636-4069
340 Oswego Pointe Dr, Ste 208
Lake Oswego, OR 97034