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Bridges, Partial Dentures, Dentures
Dental bridges are a great way to replace missing teeth. Your existing teeth are used to literally create a bridge to cross the area where your tooth is missing. Bridges are made from gold, metal, alloys, or porcelain to ensure that they are strong and durable.
The process of creating a bridge begins by creating abutments out of your existing teeth where the bridge will be attached. The existing teeth are re-contoured to provide a base for the bridge. After the abutments have been created, an image is taken of the area which is sent through the internet to our lab in Clearwater, FL. The restorations are prepared using lasers, CAD/CAM technology and traditional porcelain techniques to design a bridge that fits precisely with very minimal adjusting when cementing the product into the existing prepared area. The imaging system does not produce any radiation or cause any harmful effects to your mouth or body. For more information on this imaging technology, visit www.itero.com. The bridge consists of two crowns on either end to place on the abutments and a pontic, which is the new tooth that replaces your missing tooth.
We will fit you with a temporary bridge while we wait for the lab to craft your permanent bridge. This will protect the abutments and the exposed gum areas and look more appealing than having a missing tooth. When the permanent bridge has been created, you will have a follow up visit to set the bridge. It will be placed on the abutments and the dentist will then use an adhesive to make sure that the bridge is set.
The bridge may take a little while to get used to, but after a few days it should feel like you have your own teeth back again. You should eat soft foods for the first few days after having your bridge placed. After the initial phase, you will be able to eat whatever you want with no issues.
If you are missing a tooth you should strongly consider having it replaced. Besides the aesthetic disadvantage of missing a tooth, it could also cause structural changes to your mouth and jaw, as well as making it difficult to eat or speak properly. Set up an appointment today to restore your smile.
We can replace teeth with removable and fixed in the mouth appliances.
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Treatment of Gum Disease
Replacement of teeth with dentures
Replacement of teeth with dentures
If it's been a while since your last dental cleaning, you may have “gum disease” which is also called “periodontal disease.” If left untreated the sticky film of bacteria (plaque) can cause bone loss and eventually teeth can become loose (among other things!). Read more about Periodontal Disease here.
Replacement of teeth with dentures
Replacement of teeth with dentures
Replacement of teeth with dentures
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Oral Cancer Screening
Replacement of teeth with dentures
Oral Cancer Screening
Dental exams are the most important means of detecting oral cancer. When you come in for your dental check-ups, not only are we checking your teeth, but we are also examining the entire oral cavity.
Dental Extractions
Oral Cancer Screening
We offer in-office surgery including wisdom teeth extractions, biopsies, bone replacement, and placement of dental implants.
Crown and Bridge
A crown is a dental prosthesis used to fix a broken or decayed tooth where a filling would not be adequate to repair the tooth. A fixed bridge is fabricated to replace a missing tooth, and is anchored off the adjacent teeth for support. Different materials can be used for crowns and bridges, including porcelain, gold, or porcelain fused to metal.
Crown Lengthening
Crown Lengthening is done for restorative dentistry and to improve the esthetics of your gum line. This procedure adjusts the gum and bone level to expose more of the tooth so it can be restored. Sometimes crown lengthening is done to improve a "gummy" smile because the teeth appear short.
We work hard to provide you with an amazing dental experience. We strive to be the best dentists & dental professionals in Lakeland.
Dental Cleanings for Adults and Kids
While at our office, we make sure you receive the highest level of service and ensure our dental work is of the highest quality. To ensure you maintain great oral health, your personal oral hygiene routine needs this same level of quality. We help you establish a dental hygiene routine to keep your teeth healthy and white.
Your teeth are not the only important part of your mouth. Your gums are essential to oral hygiene as well. We can provide periodontal cleanings and treatment, or refer you to one of our recommended specialists.
Implants
Dental implants replace missing teeth by placing a titanium screw into the bone and anchoring a tooth or teeth to the implant. Implants can replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. Replacement of teeth with implants allows for high functionality with long term stability. Ask your dentist if you are a candidate for implants.