Faulty Foundations: 3 Ways Your Dental Bridge Could Fail

Tooth loss can impact your life in several ways. Not only do spaces in your smile make it harder to eat and speak normally, but they can also impact your self-confidence. Fortunately, if you’ve lost one or more teeth in a row, then your dentist can rebuild your grin with a dental bridge.

These prosthetics contain the right number of artificial teeth (pontics) in between dental crowns that anchor to teeth or implants placed in your mouth. They’re used to close the gaps left by missing teeth to restore your mouth’s appearance and functionality. However, you must care for your dental bridge to keep it in good shape over the years. Continue reading to learn 3 reasons they might fail so you can prevent a potential problem!