Fixed Dental Bridges in Fairfax, VA
A permanent, beautifully crafted solution for filling the gap in your smile.
Step 1. When a Bridge Is the Right Choice
A bridge may be right for you if:
- You are missing one or more adjacent teeth
- Implants are not the preferred option for your case
- You have healthy teeth on either side of the gap
- You want a fixed, non-removable solution
- Chewing or speaking has become difficult
- The gap is affecting your confidence
Missing teeth do more than affect looks – they shift nearby teeth and change your bite over time.
Step 2. How Bridges Work
A traditional bridge uses the two healthy teeth next to the gap as anchors. Crowns are placed on those teeth, and an artificial tooth (or teeth) is fused between them. The whole unit is permanent and bonded in place.
You brush it, floss around it, and treat it like natural teeth. It looks and feels completely normal.
Step 3. Your Options
- Traditional bridge – the most common, uses adjacent teeth as anchors
- Cantilever bridge – for gaps with a healthy tooth on only one side
- Maryland bridge – minimally invasive, uses metal or porcelain wings
- Implant-supported bridge – for multiple missing teeth, no healthy anchors needed
Dr. Afreen will recommend what fits your specific case.
Step 4. How to Make a Bridge Last
- Brush and floss daily (special floss threaders help around the bridge)
- Avoid very hard or sticky foods
- Wear a nightguard if you grind
- Come in for cleanings every six months
With proper care, a bridge can last 10-15 years or more.
Step 5. Let's Close That Gap
If you have been living with a missing tooth, the sooner you replace it, the better. Nearby teeth will start to shift, and the process gets more complicated over time.
Call, text, or book online. A bridge consultation takes about 45 minutes and we will walk you through every option.
It is never too late to restore your smile. Let’s get started.
