Dental Bridges
Fill the gap, restore your bite.
A bridge replaces missing teeth without surgery, using adjacent teeth for support.
What is dental bridge?
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with a false tooth anchored to crowns on neighboring teeth or implants. Maryland bridges bond to the back of neighboring teeth. Bridges restore chewing and appearance. Their main limitation: traditional bridges require reshaping healthy neighbor teeth.
Who is a candidate?
Often a good fit
- One to three missing teeth in a row
- Neighbor teeth that already need crowns
- People who can't have implants
- Front tooth gaps (Maryland bridge)
Needs extra care or planning
- Healthy neighbor teeth with no fillings
- Gum disease
- Heavy grinding
- Weak anchor teeth
When an exam is needed: X-rays and an exam check anchor teeth.
Problems it can address
Limitations: Bridges don't stop bone loss under the missing tooth.
Benefits and disadvantages
Benefits
- No surgery
- Faster than implants
- Natural look
- Fixed in place
Disadvantages
- Reshapes neighbor teeth
- Harder to clean under
- Bone loss continues
- Replacement eventually
The treatment process
- 1
Exam
Evaluate anchors.
- 2
Prep
Anchor teeth shaped.
- 3
Scan
Digital scan.
- 4
Temporary
Temporary bridge placed.
- 5
Cement
Final bridge placed.
Timeline: Two visits over 2–3 weeks.
Recovery and aftercare
What to expect
Discomfort: Mild sensitivity.
Downtime: None.
Aftercare
- Floss under the bridge with threaders
- Brush twice daily
- Regular cleanings
Call us right away if you notice
- Bridge feels loose
- Pain on biting
- Gum swelling
Longevity and outcomes
Often 10–15 years.
What affects your result
- Anchor health
- Hygiene
- Bite
Possible complications
- Decay under anchors
- Debonding
- Fracture
Cost and payment options
Priced per unit. You'll get a written quote.
What affects the price
- Number of units
- Material
- Traditional vs Maryland
- Insurance
Insurance & financing
We accept most PPO plans and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and others.
Comparison with alternatives
Implant
Doesn't involve neighbors.
Partial denture
Removable.
Maryland bridge
Minimal prep.
Clinical case examples
Real, patient-authorized cases for this treatment are being added soon, with diagnosis, reasoning and results.
View our Before & After Gallery →Why choose Neo Dental?
Patient reviews
Read what our patients say, in their own words, on independent review sites.
Frequently asked questions
Bridge or implant?+
Implants protect bone; bridges are faster. We'll compare honestly.
How long does it last?+
10–15 years.
Does it hurt?+
No.
How do I clean it?+
Floss threaders or a water flosser.
Is it removable?+
No, it's fixed.
What's a Maryland bridge?+
A bonded bridge with minimal prep.
Your care team & booking
Dr. Sol Shahri
General and cosmetic dentist leading every treatment plan at Neo Dental. This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Sol Shahri.
Meet the team →Not sure if you need dental bridges?
Book an exam and we'll explain every option, including the most conservative one.
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