About Your Dentist Payment Options New Patients 50 South Kyrene Rd Suite 5 Chandler, AZ 85226 Home Cosmetic Dentistry Dental Bridges COSMETIC DENTISTRY Dental Bridges Ask Desert Family Dentistry if our services are right for you Make an Appointment A bridge is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap (these anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth) and a false tooth or teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. Dental bridges are supported by natural teeth or implants. Bridges can: Restore your smile Restore the ability to properly chew and speak Maintain the shape of your face Distribute the forces in your bite properly by replacing missing teeth Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position The Dental Bridge Procedure During the first visit, the abutment teeth are prepared for the crown. Preparation involves recontouring these teeth by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for a crown to be placed over them. Next, impressions of your teeth are made, which serve as a model from which the bridge, pontic, and crowns will be made by a dental laboratory. Your dentist will make a temporary bridge for you to wear to protect the exposed teeth and gums while your bridge is being made. During the second visit, your temporary bridge will be removed and the new permanent bridge will be checked and adjusted, as necessary, to achieve a proper fit. Multiple visits may be required to check the fit of the metal framework and bite. This is dependent on each individual's case. If you’re feeling self-conscious about your missing teeth, call Desert Family Dentistry at 480-940-5422. We're here to help! Book Your Appointment Today Make an Appointment COSMETIC DENTISTRY All Solutions Bonding Composite White Fillings Cosmetic Contouring Dental Bridges Porcelain Veneers Smile Makeovers Veneers Services We Offer Comfortable Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry Crowns Dental Imaging Dentures Emergency Dental Care Implants Invisalign Oral Health Orthodontics Teeth Whitening Endodontics Oral Surgery Periodontal Services Desert Family Dentistry 50 South Kyrene Rd Suite 5 Chandler, AZ 85226 480-940-5422 Arizona Dental Professionals, P.C. Office Hours M 9:00 AM 5:00 PM T 9:00 AM 5:00 PM W 8:00 AM 4:00 PM T 8:00 AM 4:00 PM F 8:00 AM 2:00 PM Social Media Desert Family Dentistry welcomes patients with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to receive dental services, we would be happy to provide one. Please contact us at 480-940-5422 to let us know how we may be of assistance. Services provided by an Arizona licensed general dentist. Privacy Policy Patient Care & Safety COVID-19 FAQ Member of the Dental Health Society