An implant bridge, also called an implant-supported bridge, is a set of connected replacement teeth held in place by dental implants. At Genuine Care Dental in Saratoga, CA, we use it to replace several missing teeth in a row without needing an implant for each one. It is a fixed replacement, so it stays in your mouth and feels steady when you eat.
It is a good option if you are missing several teeth next to each other and want a fixed replacement that does not depend on your natural neighboring teeth. Which approach works better, an implant bridge or individual implants, depends on how many teeth are missing and how much bone you have.
A traditional dental bridge attaches to the neighboring teeth, which must be shaped to hold it. An implant bridge is anchored to implants in your jawbone instead, which helps protect those neighboring teeth. With an implant bridge, we use fewer implants than the number of teeth being replaced.
We start with an exam and a 3D scan to plan your treatment, so we can see your bone and place each implant with care. Then the implants are placed and given time to heal and bond with the bone. Once that is done, the bridge is attached to them, and we check your bite and how it looks. Healing time varies, and we will tell you what to expect for your case.
Gaps affect how you chew, how you speak, and how you feel about smiling. Teeth beside a gap can also shift over time. A fixed bridge restores a full row of teeth, so you can eat and talk with confidence, while your neighboring teeth are left as they are.
We numb the area, and sedation options are available if you feel anxious. Dr. Rong provides implant treatment and IV sedation in-house.
The implants can last many years with good care. You clean under and around your bridge with a water flosser or floss threaders, and we show you the right technique at your visit. Regular dental cleaning visits keep the gums healthy, and checkups help us monitor your bridge.
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Rebuilding several teeth takes patience, so we made the office a place where you can settle in. We didn't want it to feel like a dental office, so we didn't build one. Warm wood, real plants, a couch you'd actually choose to sit on, and chairs picked for comfort as much as function, all so you forget where you actually are.
Dr. Rong and Mia lead the practice with an expert team. As a family practice, we would rather know your story than simply fill a schedule.
Relax under an anxiety blanket with a calming aroma. There is a neck pillow, lip balm, and dark sunglasses, plus shows on the screens, free phone chargers, and a coffee bar for the wait between steps.
“Too often I see patients go into an office and they're just seen as a set of teeth with no person behind them. I want to know not only what our patients need, but also what they want, in terms of their health, their looks, and how they feel.”
– Dr. Rong, owner
“I absolutely would recommend Genuine Care, and I have already done so many times.”
– Amy, patient
“Dr. Rong was very patient. He carefully explained the treatment, so I feel very confident and comfortable.”
– Raymond, patient
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