How much is a dental bridge in the UK?

How much is a dental bridge in the UK?

Have you always dreamed of having that perfect smile, and now you want to do something about it? Increased confidence and dazzling teeth are well within your reach, and the answer could be with a dental bridge. We know it can be confusing to choose which treatment is best for your situation since there are so many different types available, but you’re in the right place to find out more.

In this post, we share with you everything you need to know about dental bridges, including the estimated cost of the procedure. We also introduce ourselves at The Eye & Dental Clinic and tell you a little more about what we can do for you.

Dental bridges

Dental bridges are a cosmetic dental treatment that acts to bridge a gap between your teeth. It involves replacing the missing tooth with a false tooth that is bonded to the teeth on either side of it. The main type of dental bridge consists of dental crowns, which are usually made of porcelain.

Another option is to have an adhesive bridge, which is essentially a false tooth with wings that bond to the inner surface of the teeth on either side. This option involves less preparation of the surrounding teeth.

So are crowns and bridges the same thing? Not quite, although people tend to get mixed up between the two. A bridge covers a gap with a false tooth, whereas a crown covers up an existing tooth. Crowns are great for covering imperfections on a tooth.

The benefits of dental bridges

Dental bridges are a non-invasive dental treatment that can permanently cover gaps in your mouth to give you that perfect gapless smile. They look natural against your existing teeth, so your bridge won’t stand out as a false tooth.

Here are some more benefits of getting a dental bridge:

• Boost your confidence.
• Makes eating and drinking easier.
• Protects your surrounding teeth from moving.
• Increases your risk of tooth decay as food can’t get stuck in the gaps.
• Improved quality of life and oral health.

How dental bridges are fitted

To start the process, book an appointment with your dentist for a consultation. They will take impressions of your mouth using a special putty that, when pressed into your teeth, will set and create a hard mould of your mouth. This allows them to make a bridge that is personalised to you and fits perfectly in your mouth.

You want your bridge to look as natural as possible, so your dentist will also determine the correct shade of your bridge and match it to the shade of your natural teeth. If you have stains on your teeth or you don’t like the colour, you might want to consider having other treatments beforehand, such as teeth whitening.

Your bridge won’t be created there, and then, it’ll take a little bit of time for it to come back after being made. In the meantime, your dentist can fit a temporary plastic bridge or crown if you wish. When your new, shiny dental bridge is ready, you will be given a local anaesthetic injection before the procedure begins, so the process is pain-free and comfortable.

After your dental bridge has been fitted and dried, your dentist will ask you to bite down to determine if the fit is correct and if you’re happy with it. It might feel a little strange to start with, as you won’t be used to having a tooth where you used to have a gap. Your dentist will be happy to answer any questions or concerns you have before leaving.

Dental bridge aftercare

After you have had your dental bridge fitted, you may experience some soreness around your gums and some sensitivity for a few days. If, after a few days, your new bridge doesn’t feel quite right, your dentist can make alterations.

Your dental bridge will be a permanent fixture in your mouth, so you don’t remove it for brushing or cleaning. You will need to practise everyday dental hygiene such as brushing twice a day, using dental floss and interdental brushes, and your dentist will show you how to properly clean around your dental bridge.

Cost of a dental bridge

The cost of a dental bridge varies, but the cost could be anything around £250-£800, as well as any additional costs for other treatments you may want, such as teeth whitening or crowns to achieve the perfect smile.

Speak to your dentist and go for a consultation to get an exact price for your dental bridge and other cosmetic dental procedures.

Eye & Dental Clinic

Safety, quality, continuity and support are as paramount to us as they are to you. We promise to consistently care for you with compassion and dignity.  We are passionate and committed to providing the community of Bury and the surrounding areas with the highest quality of care possible.

Our ethos carries through to our building, our team and our comprehensive range of treatments. It’s our mission to improve the health and quality of life within our diverse community through best practices and the latest research in collaboration with other clinicians. We want our patients, old and new, to feel comfortable visiting us.

Other treatments

As well as dental bridges, we offer a vast range of other dental treatments.

Veneers

If your front teeth are crooked, misaligned, chipped, gappy or discoloured, porcelain Veneers offer the solution to all these problems and more! Made from eggshell-thin layers of porcelain that are bonded to your front teeth, Veneers are the go-to treatment for the perfectly straight, white smiles you see on celebrities and film stars.

Lucky for patients in Bury, Bolton, Rochdale and surrounding areas, veneers are a lot more accessible than they used to be. If you’re interested in getting Veneers, come to Eye & Dental Clinic for an initial consultation, and we’ll start the journey towards your brand-new smile.

The cost of veneers is around £400-£1000 per tooth, but for a more accurate price, contact our clinic for a consultation.

Composite bonding

Do you have a chipped tooth or space between your front teeth that is giving you so much worry? Well, getting Composite Bonding may be the solution you need to restore your smile.

Composite Bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure where a composite resin material having the colour of a tooth is applied to your teeth to repair damage and improve your smile and confidence! The cost of composite bonding is around £200-£300 per tooth, making it a cost-effective solution that improves the appearance of broken, chipped, stained, or cracked teeth.

To learn more, find out the difference between composite bonding and dental bonding.

Emergency treatment

In addition to cosmetic treatment as also offer emergency appointments. You can go to urgent care for dental emergencies, but it could mean lengthy wait times and revisits at a later date if you need any complex procedures.

Knowing what to do for a dental emergency is half of the problem solved. We are here for fast and effective emergency dental relief, and we pride ourselves on seeing patients with dental emergencies as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Find out more

If you want to find out more about The Eye & Dental Clinic, have a read of our policies and complaints procedures.

Now you know everything there is to know about dental bridges, as well as the cost, what they are, how it works, and the aftercare. Contact us for a consultation and to find out more about what we can do to give you the winning smile you have always wanted.

To enquire about other cosmetic procedures, contact us, and one of the team will be happy to welcome and assist you.

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