Fill the Gap in Your Smile with a Natural-Looking Dental Bridge
Missing a tooth affects more than the way your smile looks. It can make chewing harder, change the way you speak, and cause the surrounding teeth to drift out of position over time. A dental bridge closes that gap with a fixed restoration that looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth.
At New Face Dentistry, our dental team designs custom porcelain bridges that blend seamlessly with your smile and restore your ability to eat and speak with confidence. Unlike removable appliances, a bridge stays securely in place, so there’s nothing to take out at night. Patients from Midtown, Buckhead, Decatur, Brookhaven, and across Atlanta choose dental bridges for a reliable, long-lasting way to replace one or more missing teeth.
Schedule Your Bridge ConsultationWhat Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that “bridges” the space left by one or more missing teeth. A traditional bridge has three main parts:
- Pontic: The artificial replacement tooth that fills the gap.
- Abutment teeth: The healthy natural teeth, or dental implants, on either side of the gap that support the bridge.
- Crowns: Caps placed over the abutment teeth that hold the pontic securely in place.
The entire bridge is crafted as a single unit and permanently bonded in your mouth. Porcelain bridges are color-matched to your natural teeth, so the result looks seamless and natural.
Are You a Good Candidate for a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge may be a great option for you if:
- You’re missing one tooth or several teeth in a row
- The teeth next to the gap are healthy and strong enough to support a bridge
- Your gums and supporting bone are healthy
- You prefer a fixed solution instead of a removable partial denture
- The teeth on either side of the gap could also benefit from crowns
- You’d like a tooth replacement option with a shorter treatment timeline
If the teeth beside the gap aren’t strong enough to support a bridge, or if you’re missing several teeth, our team may recommend an implant-supported bridge or another option. We’ll review all of your choices during your consultation.
Building Your New Bridge: What to Expect
Getting a traditional dental bridge typically takes two visits spread over a few weeks. Our dental team focuses on precision and comfort at every stage, so your finished bridge fits securely and feels natural. Here’s what the process looks like:
Benefits of a Porcelain Dental Bridge
Dental bridges have been a trusted tooth replacement option for decades. Patients appreciate that bridges:
- Look natural: Porcelain is shaded and shaped to blend in with your surrounding teeth.
- Restore chewing ability: Eat your favorite foods comfortably again.
- Improve speech: Filling the gap helps correct whistling or lisping caused by missing teeth.
- Keep teeth aligned: A bridge prevents neighboring teeth from drifting out of place.
- Stay fixed in place: Unlike dentures, a bridge doesn’t need to be removed for cleaning or sleep.
- Offer a faster timeline: A traditional bridge can typically be completed in a matter of weeks, without the healing period required for implants.
- Last for years: With good care, a dental bridge can provide reliable function for well over a decade.
Insurance, Financing, and Smile Club Savings for Bridges
Most PPO dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for dental bridges as a major restorative treatment. Our Atlanta office accepts most PPO plans, including Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Delta Dental Premier, and Guardian. Our team will verify your benefits and explain your out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.
To make care easier to manage, we accept CareCredit financing for qualified patients. If you don’t have insurance, our Smile Club members save up to 15% on most treatments, including bridges.
Complete Your Smile with a Custom Dental Bridge in Atlanta
A missing tooth doesn’t have to hold you back. A custom porcelain bridge can restore your smile, protect your bite, and help you eat and speak with confidence again. Our dental team welcomes patients from Midtown, Buckhead, Decatur, Brookhaven, and throughout Atlanta to our office at 700 Morosgo Dr NE, Suite J-100.
Call 404-262-9600 or request an appointment online to find out whether a dental bridge is right for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth to the natural teeth or dental implants on either side of the gap. The supporting teeth are covered with crowns, which hold the replacement tooth securely in place. Porcelain bridges are color-matched to blend in naturally. At our Atlanta office, bridges are custom-designed for a comfortable fit and natural appearance.
With proper care, a dental bridge typically lasts 10 to 15 years, and many last even longer. The lifespan depends on your oral hygiene, the health of the supporting teeth and gums, and your chewing habits. Cleaning under the bridge daily and keeping up with regular dental visits are the best ways to extend its life. Our team checks your bridge at every exam.
A traditional dental bridge usually requires two appointments spread over about two to three weeks. At the first visit, we prepare the supporting teeth, take impressions, and place a temporary bridge. At the second visit, we fit and bond your permanent bridge. Implant-supported bridges take longer because the implants need time to heal and fuse with the jawbone first.
Getting a dental bridge shouldn’t hurt. We numb the area thoroughly before preparing the supporting teeth, so you’ll feel only pressure during the procedure. Afterward, mild sensitivity or gum tenderness may last a few days and usually responds well to over-the-counter pain relievers. Most patients return to their normal routine the same day.
To clean under a dental bridge, use a floss threader or super floss to guide floss beneath the replacement tooth and along the gumline. Interdental brushes and water flossers are also very effective at removing trapped food and plaque. Brush twice a day as usual and clean under the bridge at least once daily. Our team will demonstrate the best technique at your bridge appointment.
Yes. A dental bridge can replace one tooth or several missing teeth in a row, as long as the supporting teeth or implants can handle the load. For longer gaps, an implant-supported bridge is often the most stable option. Our dental team will evaluate your teeth, gums, and bone during your consultation to recommend the best design for your smile.
Most PPO dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for dental bridges, typically under major restorative benefits. Coverage levels and annual maximums vary by plan. Our Atlanta team will verify your benefits before treatment and explain your out-of-pocket costs. Patients from Midtown, Buckhead, Decatur, Brookhaven, and across Atlanta can also use CareCredit financing or save with our Smile Club membership.
If a missing tooth isn’t replaced, the neighboring teeth can drift into the gap, and the opposing tooth may over-erupt. This can lead to bite problems, jaw strain, and hard-to-clean spaces that increase the risk of decay and gum disease. The jawbone in that area may also begin to shrink. Replacing the tooth with a bridge or implant helps prevent these issues.
Yes. Once you’ve adjusted to your new bridge, you can enjoy most of your favorite foods. Start with softer foods for the first few days, then gradually return to your usual diet. It’s best to avoid very hard foods like ice and hard candy, as well as very sticky foods, which can strain or loosen the bridge. Most patients find chewing easier and more balanced with a bridge in place.
