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Dealing with "Bad Teeth": Advice

I have always envied those around me who seem to always have perfect smiles without even trying, because I feel like I was born with "bad teeth." While my teeth are in great shape now, it is only because I take great care to visit the dentist every six months for a check-up and cleaning and maintain good oral hygiene habits at home. While I used to get a lot of cavities, even though I thought I was doing "everything right" to keep them away, I am proud to say that I have been cavity-free for a couple of years now! I put a lot of research into what daily habits can wreak havoc on my teeth, and I thought it would be a shame not to share what has helped me with others who need the advice. I plan to post many oral health tips on my new blog!

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The Five Steps To Getting A Dental Bridge

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A dental bridge is a great option for replacement teeth if you do not want surgery, but still want to replace missing teeth in a way that looks as natural as possible. If dental bridges are something you are considering, you will want to know these five steps to getting them done:

  1. A Consultation: During your consultation, your dentist is going to want to ensure that you are a good candidate for dental bridges. A dental bridge needs to be supported by the surrounding teeth. If your surrounding teeth are too weak, then your dentist will suggest other options, such as dental implants, which require surgery but are able to stand on their own. 
  2. A Mold is Made: If you are a good candidate for dental bridges, your dentist will create a mold of your teeth. This way, they can make a dental bridge that is perfectly shaped for your mouth so that it looks as natural as possible. You don't want the bridge teeth to be too large or too small. With a mold, the proper dimensions of the space that needs to be filled will be made so that your bridge is perfectly created. 
  3. A Wait: Since the dental bridge will need to be made from the mold, you will have to schedule another future appointment with your dentist to have the bridge fitted to your mouth once it is made. The wait will be well worth it and it usually only takes about a week. 
  4. A Perfect Fit: Once the bridge is ready, you will go into your dentist's office where they will fit the bridge into your mouth. When they do this, they are going to fit it perfectly and then attach it to the rest of your teeth with a crown so that it stays in place. 
  5. A Continued Dental Care Plan: Now that you have a bridge, it's even more vital that you visit your dentist on a regular basis. This way, if there is any slight damage to the bridge or crowns, it can be repaired before it becomes worse. On top of this, the teeth that are supporting your bridge need to stay strong and healthy. If these teeth become weak, the bridge will fall out and you will probably need to get implants. 

When you know these five steps to getting a dental bridge, you can determine whether or not it's a viable option for you. To learn more, speak with someone like Tony Parsley, DMD.

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30 December 2016