“Bridge the gap” with dental bridges
When teeth are lost or extracted, they leave behind not only a gap but a reminder of a past condition, problem, or injury. Patients can restore their smile’s appearance and function by replacing the missing tooth. Many solutions available to patients in the Pensacola, Florida area, can enhance and restore the smile, and a popular choice for many is dental bridges at Gomez Family Dentistry.
What are dental bridges?
Dental bridges are used to replace one or several missing teeth. They span the gap in your mouth created by a missing tooth and are cemented into place. Fixed dental bridges can be made from various materials, including porcelain, gold alloys, and even high-tech ceramic materials.
How does the dental bridge work?
A dental bridge is composed of two crowns that go over the abutment (anchor) teeth on either side of the gap and a false tooth that covers the space between them. A bridge is typically held in place by metal or ceramic crowns that are cemented to each abutment tooth or by dental implants placed directly into the jawbone.
Once in place, your dentist will ensure it fits properly, is comfortable to wear, and looks natural. Properly maintained bridges can last up to 10 years or more with regular visits to the dentist for professional cleaning and check-ups.
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What are the advantages of dental bridges?
Dental bridges offer a number of benefits. They:
- Restore your ability to chew and speak normally
- Improve the appearance of your smile
- Prevent the remaining teeth from shifting out of position
- Maintain the shape of your face
- Reduce strain on existing restorations such as dentures or crowns
Here at Gomez Family Dentistry, we’re thrilled to introduce you to our latest service – the Medit Scanner. This cutting-edge tool is changing the game when it comes to taking dental impressions. It’s more comfortable, efficient, and accurate than the traditional methods we’ve been using. You see, the old way of doing things involved creating a physical mold of your teeth using a putty-like material that you’d have to bite into. This process could be a bit uncomfortable, and sometimes, we’d need to try a few times to get it right. But with the Medit scanner, things are a whole lot easier. It uses high-tech digital technology
to take a detailed 3D image of your teeth and gums. This means it’s not only more comfortable for you, but it also gives us a more precise impression in less time. Plus, since it’s digital, we can store and access your dental records with ease, making any future treatments a breeze. What’s more, the Medit Scanner lets us give you a more interactive experience. We can show you a 3D model of your mouth right there on the screen, so you can better understand what’s going on with your oral health and any treatment plans we might suggest. At Gomez Family Dentistry, our main goal is to deliver the best care to our patients in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, and Pace. The Medit Scanner is just one of the ways we’re making that happen. If you’ve got any questions about the Medit scanner or if you want to book an appointment, just give us a call at (850) 429-4664.
Call Gomez Family Dentistry today!
Dental bridges may be an effective replacement if you’re missing one or more teeth. Talk to Drs. Gina and Christopher Gomez of Pensacola, Florida, to find out if they are the right option for you. With proper care and maintenance, a bridge can help restore both form and function of your smile.
Call (850) 429-4664 to request a visit at the office located at 2915 E Cervantes St.
Our team is also pleased to provide services to patients in the surrounding communities, including Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach, Navarre, Fort Walton Beach, Cantonment, Milton, Pace, Perdido, and Crestview, Florida.
Dental Bridges
A bridge is a non-surgical way to replace one or many teeth. A bridge uses the adjacent teeth as anchors to support the missing tooth or teeth. With today’s dental advancements, a bridge can be fabricated in a fairly short period of time, using a metal or nonmetal foundation. Don’t let that missing tooth affect the way you speak, eat, and smile. Bridges yield immediate results that last a lifetime. Ask your dentist what type of bridge may be right for you.
Christopher Gomez, DDS
Studied Chemistry at Florida International University. After college, he received a US Air Force Health Professions Scholarship and graduated at the top of his class from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2012. Then, he completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program at Keesler Air Force Base (Biloxi, Mississippi) and was stationed at Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, where he served the rest of his term as a Captain. Dr. Christopher completed a year-long Comprehensive Implant Residency Program in Bessemer, Alabama, which gave him specialized knowledge on dental implants. He is currently in a 2-year orthodontic program learning to do conventional orthodontics and clear aligners.
Gina Bertuglia Gomez, DDS
Studied Psychology and Spanish Studies at the University of Delaware before attending the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, where she met Dr. Christopher Gomez. Upon graduation from dental school, she completed a one-year General Practice Residency at Stonybrook University, NY. She has spent the last ten years in private practice in Gulf Breeze and Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Gina always keeps the patients’ best interests at heart and treats them the same way she would treat her family.