A dental bridge fills the gap left by missing teeth. Missing teeth can affect how your smile looks and your overall health. A bridge is made of a false tooth and dental crowns (caps that cover teeth). If you need one or more missing teeth replaced, visit Primera Dental to learn if a bridge is right for you.

Types of Dental Bridges

Traditional Dental Bridge

A false tooth fills the gap and is held in place by crowns on the teeth on both sides of the gap.

Cantilever Bridges

A false tooth fills the gap and is held in place by a crown on a healthy tooth on just one side of the gap.

Maryland Bridges

In these bridges, a metal frame holds the false tooth in place. Our dentist can tell you if this type is right for you.

Implant-Supported Bridge

These bridges are held by small titanium posts (implants) placed in the jawbone. Because this involves surgery, there are more steps, and you may need more time to heal.

Advantages of Dental Bridges

Replacing missing teeth with a bridge may help in these ways:

• Restores your bite so you can chew.

• Can make speaking easier.

• Helps keep nearby teeth from shifting.

• Can last for many years with good care.

• Can support better oral health.

Dental Bridge Procedure

Placing a dental bridge is usually a simple procedure. Our dentist will numb the area before starting. First, they will file down the teeth on either side of the gap. This makes room for the crowns to fit over them. Crowns will be placed on these teeth after they have been filed down.

Last, the false tooth is placed in the gap. Before this step, a false tooth is made, often from porcelain or ceramic. It is designed to look and feel like a natural tooth. When it is ready, our dentist attaches it in the gap, and the crowns hold it in place.

Recovery & Aftercare

After your dental bridge is placed, you may notice mild sensitivity in the treated area for a few days, which is normal. Avoid chewing hard or sticky foods on the new bridge until you're confident it feels secure. Keep brushing and flossing every day, and clean under the bridge with floss threaders or a water flosser to help prevent decay and gum disease around the supporting teeth. Regular checkups let our dentist check that your bridge stays in good condition.

Insurance & Financing Options

Primera Dental accepts Medi-Cal, and we also offer flexible payment plans through Cherry to help make dental bridges fit comfortably within your budget. Contact our office and our team will be happy to review your coverage and payment options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do dental bridges last?

With proper care, dental bridges typically last 10 to 15 years or longer, depending on your oral hygiene and regular dental visits.

Is getting a dental bridge painful?

The area is numbed before the procedure begins, so you should not feel pain during it. Mild sensitivity afterward is normal and typically resolves within a few days.

How do I clean a dental bridge?

Brush twice a day and clean under the bridge using floss threaders, a water flosser, or small between-teeth brushes to remove plaque and help prevent gum disease.

Does Primera Dental accept Medi-Cal for dental bridges?

Yes, we accept Medi-Cal and also offer Cherry payment plans to help make treatment affordable.

Do you serve patients outside of Lynwood?

Yes, we welcome patients from Lynwood, South Gate, Compton, Paramount, Downey, Bell, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, Cudahy, and surrounding communities.