Dental Bridges Chestermere
Restorative Dentistry
Dental Bridges in Chestermere
Replace missing teeth, restore your bite, and bring balance back to your smile with a custom dental bridge at Rainbow Falls Dental.
A missing tooth can affect more than appearance. It can change how you chew, how your teeth fit together, and how neighbouring teeth stay in position. Dental bridges are designed to close the space with a fixed restoration that looks and functions like natural teeth.
Call 587-470-1447 to Book a ConsultationA Bridge May Help With:
- Replacing one or more missing teeth
- Improving chewing and speaking
- Preventing nearby teeth from drifting
- Restoring smile appearance
- Balancing bite forces
- Supporting full-mouth rehabilitation plans
Fixed Tooth Replacement
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a custom-made, non-removable restoration used to replace a missing tooth or several missing teeth in a row. It is called a bridge because it literally bridges the gap left behind by missing teeth.
A traditional bridge usually includes one or more replacement teeth, called pontics, supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth beside the gap. In some cases, a bridge may also be supported by dental implants.
Once bonded or secured in place, a bridge can help restore your ability to chew, speak, and smile with more confidence.
Why Timing Matters
Teeth naturally depend on each other for support. When one tooth is missing, nearby teeth can slowly tilt or shift into the open space, while the opposing tooth may move down or up toward the gap. Replacing the tooth helps protect your bite alignment.
Bridge Options
Types of Dental Bridges
The right bridge depends on the number of missing teeth, the health of nearby teeth, your bite, and whether implants are part of your treatment plan.
Traditional Bridge
Supported by crowns placed on the teeth on either side of the gap. This is one of the most common bridge options when neighbouring teeth are strong enough for support.
Implant-Supported Bridge
Supported by dental implants instead of natural teeth. This may be recommended when multiple teeth are missing or when preserving neighbouring teeth is a priority.
Full-Mouth Rehabilitation
Bridges may be part of a larger treatment plan when several teeth need to be restored, replaced, or rebuilt for better function and appearance.
How Is a Dental Bridge Prepared?
A dental bridge is carefully planned so it fits your bite, protects supporting teeth, and blends naturally with your smile.
1. Consultation and Treatment Planning
We examine the missing tooth area, surrounding teeth, gums, and bite. X-rays or scans may be used to evaluate whether a traditional bridge, implant-supported bridge, or another replacement option is most appropriate.
2. Preparing the Supporting Teeth
For a traditional bridge, the teeth beside the gap are shaped for crowns. These supporting teeth are called abutment teeth. Impressions or digital scans are then taken so the bridge can be custom-made.
3. Temporary Bridge
A temporary bridge or temporary crowns may be placed to protect the prepared teeth and help maintain spacing while the final bridge is being made.
4. Final Fit and Placement
At the next visit, the bridge is checked for fit, bite, shape, and colour. Once everything feels comfortable and looks natural, it is bonded or secured in place.
Do You Really Need to Replace a Missing Tooth?
In many cases, yes. Replacing a missing tooth helps protect both your smile and your long-term oral health.
When a tooth is missing, the change can affect your entire bite. Nearby teeth may drift, the opposite tooth may over-erupt into the space, and chewing forces may become uneven. Over time, this can contribute to jaw strain, tooth wear, gum problems, food trapping, and a higher risk of decay around shifted teeth.
How to Care for a Dental Bridge
A bridge can last for many years with proper care, but it still needs daily cleaning. Because the replacement tooth is connected to the supporting crowns, special floss threaders, interdental brushes, or a water flosser may be recommended to clean underneath the bridge.
Regular dental checkups are also important so we can monitor the supporting teeth, gums, and bite. Keeping the foundation healthy is key to helping your bridge last as long as possible.
Restore Your Smile
Book a Dental Bridge Consultation in Chestermere
If you have missing teeth, Rainbow Falls Dental can help you understand whether a dental bridge, crown, implant-supported bridge, or another option is right for you.
Call 587-470-1447