Dental Bridges
Solutions.

A dental bridge is a custom fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth. It consists of artificial pontic teeth anchored firmly to adjacent natural teeth or dental crowns.

With proper daily cleaning, flossing under the pontic, and routine dental checkups, a dental bridge lasts between 10 and 15 years or longer.

A dental bridge is permanently cemented in place and cannot be removed by the patient. A partial denture is a removable appliance that snaps in and out for cleaning.

No. Preparation of the anchor teeth and impression taking are performed under local anesthesia to ensure complete comfort. Temporary bridges protect the teeth between visits.

Use specialized super-floss, an interdental threader, or a water flosser daily to clean beneath the floating pontic tooth and prevent plaque buildup along the abutment gums.

Alternatives include a single dental implant (which does not require shaving adjacent healthy teeth) or a removable partial denture.

Bridges are fabricated from high-strength zirconia, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM), or all-ceramic materials for natural translucency and durable chewing support.

Yes, private health extras cover fixed bridges under Major Dental item codes (613, 615, 643). We provide instant HICAPS claiming at reception.

Yes. DVA covers clinically necessary dental bridges up to the 2026–2027 Schedule C biennial limit of $5,980.30.

A bridge can loosen if the underlying anchor teeth develop decay or gum disease. Regular bi-annual exams ensure the margins remain sealed and secure.