Crown & Bridge

Smile Fully with a Crown & Bridge from Dr. Rementer

Missing teeth pose many problems and can be a roadblock to optimal oral health. Just a single missing tooth can allow shifting as biting forces spread across the remaining teeth. The jawbone that once held the tooth may also begin to atrophy for lack of purpose and the gap can leave cheeks looking gaunt, aging you before your time.

What is a Bridge?

Replacing a missing tooth is important to restoring your smile, and a bridge might be the right solution for you. A bridge not only fills the space with a natural-looking tooth preventing other teeth from moving, it can improve your ability to chew your favorite foods and improve the internal structure for the face, giving you a more youthful appearance.

A bridge is a prosthetic tooth that attaches to teeth on either side that have been strengthened by dental crowns. Fixed bridges are permanently joined to the neighboring teeth and generally last 8-10 years with proper care. If you would prefer a longer-term solution, or healthy adjacent teeth aren’t available, bridges may also be attached to dental implants. An exam and consultation with Dr. Rementer is all that’s needed to determine the best option for you.

Learn more about us on this website, and then call our Durham dental office today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Rementer. We give residence of Durham, Roxboro, Hillborough, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas world-class smiles and lasting oral health.