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A missing tooth does more than leave a gap in your smile. Left untreated, the surrounding teeth begin to shift, your bite changes, and the jawbone beneath the empty space starts to deteriorate. What begins as a single missing tooth can quietly escalate into widespread alignment issues, chronic discomfort, and additional tooth loss that becomes far more complex and costly to address later.
At Drs. Chin & Pharar Dentistry, Dr. Robert Chin and Dr. Jessica Pharar provide custom dental bridges designed to restore both the function and appearance of your smile. As graduates of the UNLV School of Dental Medicine, both doctors bring advanced training and a detail-oriented approach to every restorative case. Our Las Vegas office works with a local dental laboratory to ensure each bridge is precisely crafted to match the color, shape, and contour of your natural teeth.
A dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the healthy teeth on either side of the gap. The anchor teeth, called abutments, are fitted with dental crowns that support the replacement tooth, known as a pontic, suspended between them. Once cemented in place, a bridge feels and functions much like your natural teeth.
Unlike removable options, a fixed bridge stays in your mouth and does not need to be taken out for cleaning. You can eat, speak, and smile with confidence knowing your restoration is secure.
There are several bridge designs, and the right choice depends on the location of the missing tooth, the health of your surrounding teeth, and your overall treatment goals.
Your dentist will evaluate your specific situation and recommend the option best suited to your oral health needs.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 1 in 5 adults aged 75 and older have lost all of their teeth. Tooth loss does not occur in isolation. Periodontal disease, untreated decay, and trauma all contribute to a cycle where losing one tooth increases the risk of losing more.
When a tooth goes missing, the teeth next to the gap gradually drift out of alignment. This shifting can create uneven bite pressure, accelerate wear on healthy teeth, and open new spaces where bacteria accumulate. The bone that once supported the missing tooth also begins to resorb, weakening the foundation for neighboring teeth and changing the contour of your face over time.
A dental bridge stops this chain of consequences by filling the space immediately. It holds surrounding teeth in their proper position, distributes chewing forces evenly across the arch, and preserves the structural integrity of your bite. For patients who are not candidates for implants or who prefer a non-surgical solution, a bridge provides a reliable, long-lasting restoration.
Getting a dental bridge at our Las Vegas office typically takes two visits. During the first appointment, the abutment teeth are carefully prepared by reshaping them to accommodate the crowns that will support the bridge. Impressions or digital scans are then taken and sent to our local lab, where technicians fabricate a bridge customized to your mouth. A temporary bridge protects the prepared teeth while your permanent restoration is being made.
At your second visit, the temporary is removed and the custom bridge is checked for fit, bite alignment, and aesthetics. Once everything is confirmed, it is permanently cemented in place. Most patients adjust to their new bridge within a few days and can return to eating and speaking normally.
Choosing between a bridge, dentures, or dental implants depends on several factors, including how many teeth are missing, the condition of your remaining teeth, and your long-term goals.
A dental bridge is a non-surgical option that can be completed in as little as two weeks. Implants require surgery and a healing period of several months but do not require altering adjacent teeth. For patients who need to replace multiple teeth across different areas of the mouth, a full mouth restoration plan may combine both approaches.
A removable partial denture can replace several teeth but must be taken out daily for cleaning and may feel less stable. A bridge is permanently fixed and requires no removal. For patients seeking a stable, low-maintenance solution for one to three consecutive missing teeth, a bridge is often the preferred choice.
Dr. Robert Chin and Dr. Jessica Pharar believe that no one should live with the discomfort, embarrassment, or health risks of missing teeth. Our Summerlin office is equipped with advanced diagnostic technology, and our partnership with a local dental laboratory means your bridge is made right here in Las Vegas for quality and turnaround you can count on. We accept Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Humana, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and offer an in-house savings plan for patients without insurance.
If you are dealing with one or more missing teeth and want to find out whether a dental bridge is the right fit, contact our office to schedule a consultation. The sooner the gap is addressed, the more of your natural smile you can preserve.
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