A dental bridge works by anchoring an artificial tooth, or several artificial teeth, to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Those neighbouring teeth are prepared to act as supports, and the bridge is bonded permanently in place across them. The result is a fixed restoration that you care for like a natural tooth, with no removal required.
We use high-quality materials to fabricate bridges that match the colour, shape and size of your surrounding teeth. The preparation and fitting process typically takes place across two appointments. The first to prepare the supporting teeth and take impressions. The second to fit and cement the final bridge. Bridges are most commonly used to replace one or two missing teeth. For patients with more extensive tooth loss, dental implants or All-on-4 implants may be a more appropriate long-term solution, and this is something we will discuss openly during your consultation.
Full pricing is available on our fees page. If you would like to read more about bridges before booking, our comprehensive guide to dental bridges covers everything you need to know.
Unlike removable options, a dental bridge is permanently bonded in place and functions like a natural tooth from day one. You eat, speak and smile normally without thinking about it. There is no removal for cleaning, no adhesive required and no risk of movement. Once fitted, a well-made bridge simply becomes part of your mouth.
A gap left by a missing tooth does not stay harmless for long. The teeth on either side will gradually drift towards the space over time, and the tooth above or below the gap will begin to over-erupt without anything opposing it. This changes your bite and can cause problems that are significantly more complex to address than the original missing tooth. A bridge placed promptly prevents all of this from happening.
Bridges at Globe Dental are fabricated to match the colour, shape and size of your surrounding teeth. For patients replacing a tooth in a visible area, particularly towards the front of the mouth, getting that match right matters considerably. Most patients find that once their bridge is fitted, nobody around them can tell which tooth has been replaced.
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Every bridge is assessed and managed by a GDC-registered dentist under the clinical leadership of Dr Kolade Orungbemi (GDC: 104618) and Dr Yetunde Orungbemi (GDC: 104686). As a dedicated implant practice we see significant restorative cases regularly, which means the clinical standard applied to a bridge restoration is informed by that broader experience.
A bridge is not always the right answer for every missing tooth situation. In some cases a dental implant is a better long-term solution. In others a bridge is exactly right. At our practice, we will give you an honest assessment of both options, including the costs, the longevity and what each involves — so you can make the right decision for your circumstances rather than being steered towards one treatment over another.
Globe Dental has been independently owned and run by Dr Kolade and Dr Yetunde Orungbemi since 2015. Restorative treatments like bridges require precision and care across multiple appointments, and as a family-run practice we take continuity of care seriously. You will see the same clinical team throughout your treatment, and we will always make time to address questions or concerns before, during and after the process.
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