Fixed Ceramic Bridges in Franklin Park, IL
A fixed bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth with natural-looking replacement teeth that stay in place. Serving Franklin Park, Schiller Park, Melrose Park, River Grove and the Chicago area.
What Is a Fixed Bridge?
A fixed bridge replaces a missing tooth by anchoring a replacement tooth (called a pontic) to crowns placed on the healthy teeth on either side of the gap. The whole bridge is made as one piece and cemented in place, so you don’t take it out.
Bridges are made from tooth-colored ceramic and shaded to match your smile. Filling a gap also helps keep neighboring teeth from drifting out of position and makes chewing and speaking easier.
Benefits of a Fixed Bridge
A non-removable way to replace missing teeth.
Natural Appearance
Ceramic replacement teeth are shaded to blend with your natural teeth.
Fixed in Place
A bridge is cemented, so there’s nothing to remove at night or clean separately.
Shorter Timeline
A bridge is usually completed in a few weeks, without the healing time an implant needs.
How a Bridge Is Made
- Step 1
Consultation
Your dentist checks the gap and the supporting teeth and reviews bridge, implant and denture options with you.
- Step 2
Preparation
The supporting teeth are shaped for crowns, and impressions or a digital scan are taken.
- Step 3
Temporary Bridge
A temporary bridge protects the teeth while your custom bridge is made.
- Step 4
Final Bridge
Your bridge is checked for fit, bite and color, then cemented in place.
A bridge may be right for you if
- You’re missing one tooth or a few teeth in a row
- The teeth next to the gap are healthy enough to support crowns
- You prefer a fixed option over a removable one
- You’d like to compare a bridge with an implant
Insurance & payment
Most PPO and many HMO dental plans help cover this treatment. Our team checks your benefits before you begin, and financing through Cherry is available for any remaining balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Missing a Tooth?
Let’s Talk About Your Options.
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