Dental Bridges

During your initial consultation, our cosmetic dentists will examine your teeth, talk you through the different dental bridges available, and recommend the most suitable treatment option for your dental health needs.

We'll also discuss the cost of dental bridges, including the various payment options we offer to help make your treatment more accessible.

On your second visit to our London cosmetic dental clinic, our dentists remove a small amount of tooth enamel from your abutment teeth. We will administer a local anaesthetic to ensure a more comfortable experience. We'll take all the precise impressions of your teeth we need and send them to the lab, where a technician will create your custom bridge. In the meantime, you'll be given a temporary bridge to wear.

When you next visit us, we will remove your temporary dental bridge and check the fit of your new fixed bridge before bonding it in place.

The procedure for placing dental bridges is generally pain-free for most patients.

We numb the area with local anaesthetic to ensure minimal discomfort throughout the treatment.

Following the placement of a dental bridge, it's normal to experience some gum soreness and slight sensitivity to hot and cold food and drinks. This usually subsides within a few days and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relief, such as paracetamol.

To find out more about our dental bridges, get in touch with our London cosmetic dentistry team. We'll happily share our expertise and answer your questions.

Dental bridges can last between 10-15 years.

However, their exact longevity often depends on your oral hygiene and lifestyle habits – not to mention the quality of the tooth bridge.

Cheaper dental bridges are often lower quality and don’t last as long as those made from high-quality materials.

Naturally, your back teeth undergo more wear and tear than your front teeth, so bridges used for molars usually have a shorter lifespan.

Poor oral hygiene can also reduce the lifespan of a tooth bridge and increase your risk of developing decay and other infections.

To prolong the longevity of your dental bridges, you must:

• Maintain good oral hygiene – brushing twice a day and flossing daily will keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy.
• Eat and drink in moderation – limiting your consumption of sugary, hard, or chewy foods will prevent decay and minimise wear and tear.
• Quit bad habits – smoking, biting your nails, and crunching ice cubes can damage your natural teeth and bridges, so it’s best to avoid them.
• Protect your teeth – if you clench or grind your teeth in your sleep or play contact sports, wearing a mouthguard will help your dental bridges last longer.
• Attend regular check-ups – visiting the dentist for routine appointments every six months, and a hygienist in the interim for a scale and polish, will keep your mouth healthy and allow us to check your bridge is functioning properly.

Find out more about our dental bridge treatment today by calling 020 7770 6441.

To care for and prolong the longevity of your dental bridges, you must:

• Maintain good oral hygiene – Regular brushing twice a day and flossing daily will keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy.
• Eat and drink in moderation – limiting your consumption of sugary, hard, or chewy foods will prevent decay and minimise wear and tear.
• Quit bad habits – smoking, biting your nails, and crunching ice cubes can damage your natural teeth and bridges, so it's best to avoid them.
• Protect your teeth – if you clench or grind your teeth in your sleep or play contact sports, wearing a mouthguard will help your dental bridges last longer.
• Attend regular dental check-ups – visiting the dentist for routine appointments every six months, and visit a hygienist in the interim for a scale and polish, will keep your mouth healthy and allow us to check your bridge is functioning properly.