How Do I Take Care of My Dental Bridge?
If you have lost a tooth, or even several teeth, and are looking for a solution to restore your smile, you may want to consider asking for help from your Charleston dentist. Porcelain bridges are one specific cosmetic restoration that is available through Dr. Greenberg of Mouth Carolina, and can bring back the beauty in your smile that you once had.
Dental bridges are used to replace missing teeth. They are made of porcelain and are constructed of a false tooth fused to two crowns. These crowns are used over the adjacent teeth to support the bridge and allow the false tooth to replace the gap between the natural teeth. Addressing gaps in the smile is essential to prevent existing teeth from shifting out of place and needing further work and attention from your Charleston dentist.
Bridges require a little bit of extra care to keep them in tip-top shape. Here are some general rules to follow when caring for your porcelain bridges:
- Brush and floss twice a day, and spend time specifically taking care of the area in which the bridge is placed. Although the bridge consists of a false tooth, the teeth around it and the gums can develop periodontal disease and cause bone to disintegrate and tooth decay to occur under the crowns. These good oral health care habits should already be in place in order to receive a restoration through Dr. Greenberg’s office.
- Visit the dentist regularly to check on the bridge and ensure no plaque or tartar is forming underneath it. Professional cleanings at your dentist’s office will make sure that no bacteria or tartar is left behind to develop gum disease.
- Use a mouth guard at night if you have a tendency to grind or clench your teeth. This kind of unconscious activity that happens overnight for some individuals can cause damage to the dental porcelain bridge. A mouth guard will protect your teeth and bridge from becoming chipped or cracked.
- Avoid chewing on hard items or candy. Although porcelain is extremely strong, it can crack and break under excessive pressure. Avoid chewing hard candies or chewing on items that aren’t meant to go in your mouth.
Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA - Dr. Andrew Greenberg
Dr. Andrew Greenberg completed his Bachelor’s Degree in New Orleans, Louisiana at Tulane University. He graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine in 2009, where he portrayed excellent academic performance. He exercises his academic brilliance to the benefit of his patients every day. He grew up in a family with a dental background and showed interest in the field since his early days.
