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Restore your smile

Dental bridges

Explore a replacement that spans the space left by one or more missing teeth.

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Understand your options

A bridge connects across a gap.

A dental bridge uses replacement teeth supported by neighboring teeth or implants, depending on its design. A fixed bridge stays in place and is removed by a dentist.

The health of the supporting structures matters. Ask about how the bridge would be supported and how to keep the area clean.

A prepared dental treatment room at Arlington Dental Associates

Bring these questions.

  • How the bridge would be supported
  • Care for the supporting teeth
  • Cleaning around and beneath the bridge

We welcome patients of all ages. Treatment recommendations depend on each patient's individual needs and a clinical evaluation.

Dental chair and treatment room at Arlington Dental Associates

Your next step

From a question to a plan.

  1. 01

    Share what matters

    Describe the concern you want to address and what you hope to understand. You can begin without choosing a procedure.

  2. 02

    Understand the findings

    Ask what the evaluation shows, which options apply and why a particular approach is being considered.

  3. 03

    Confirm the next step

    Discuss the proposed sequence, fees, preparation and follow-up before arranging treatment.

General education informed by the American Dental Association’s dental bridges resource. Dental bridges.

A little more clarity

More about dental bridges.

Have another question? Start a conversation with our office.

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Can I take out a fixed bridge?

A fixed bridge is not designed for you to remove at home. Ask how to clean your particular restoration.

How is a bridge different from an implant?

A bridge describes a restoration spanning a gap; an implant is a support placed in the jaw. Some bridges are supported by implants.

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Your next step can be a simple conversation. Let’s talk about your visit.