DENTAL BRIDGES IN EDMONTON

Types of Dental Bridges We Offer

A dental bridge can be built in a few different ways, and Dr. Molly Rodgers will recommend the option that best suits your bite, budget, and long-term oral health.

Traditional Bridge: The most common option. A crown is placed on each abutment tooth on either side of the gap to hold the pontic (artificial tooth) securely in place.

Cantilever Bridge: Used when there is only one natural tooth next to the gap. The pontic is anchored to a single abutment tooth instead of two.

Maryland Bridge: Also called a resin-bonded bridge, this option uses a metal or porcelain framework bonded to the back of the neighbouring teeth rather than full crowns, preserving more of your natural tooth structure.

Implant-Supported Bridge: For patients missing several teeth in a row, this type is anchored to dental implants instead of natural teeth, offering a stable, long-term option without relying on the surrounding teeth for support.

During your consultation, our dental team will examine your remaining teeth and the gaps in your smile to help determine which type of dental bridge will work best for you.

Benefits of Dental Bridges in Edmonton

Replacing a missing tooth with a dental bridge does more than fill an empty space in your smile. Leaving a gap unaddressed allows the surrounding teeth to shift out of position over time, which can affect your bite and make your remaining teeth harder to keep clean.

A properly fitted dental bridge helps your remaining teeth maintain their positions, distributes your bite evenly, and makes chewing and speaking more comfortable. Because a bridge is cemented in place rather than removable, most patients adjust to it quickly and treat it like a natural tooth from day one.

For many patients in Edmonton, a dental bridge is also a practical middle ground between a removable partial denture and a dental implant, offering a fixed, non-removable restoration without the longer treatment timeline that implants sometimes require.

The Dental Bridge Process at Edmonton Smiles

Getting a dental bridge at our Edmonton dental clinic typically takes place over two visits.

First Visit: Dr. Molly Rodgers will examine the gap left by your missing tooth and prepare the teeth on either side as abutment teeth, reshaping them slightly so a crown can fit over each one. An impression of your prepared teeth is sent to a dental laboratory to fabricate your custom bridge, and you will be fitted with a temporary bridge to protect your prepared teeth in the meantime.

Second Visit: Once your custom bridge is ready, our team checks the fit, colour, and bite before permanently cementing the bridge in place, and walks you through how to care for it going forward.

We use high-quality materials, including porcelain, semi-precious and precious metals, or a fused combination of the two, matched to your natural teeth for a comfortable, discreet fit.

How Long Dental Bridges Last and How to Care for Yours

With good oral hygiene and regular dental care, a dental bridge can last many years, often a decade or longer, before it needs to be replaced. How long yours lasts will depend on the materials used, your bite, and how well you look after it.

Caring for a dental bridge is similar to caring for your natural teeth, with one extra step: cleaning underneath the pontic where it meets your gums. A floss threader, water flosser, or interdental brush designed for bridges will help you reach this area and prevent plaque buildup around the abutment teeth.

We recommend keeping up with your regular hygiene visits so our team can check the fit of your bridge, the health of your abutment teeth, and your overall oral health at each appointment.

Dental Bridge Cost in Edmonton and CDCP Coverage

The cost of a dental bridge in Edmonton depends on several factors, including the type of bridge, the number of teeth being replaced, and the materials used. Because every patient's situation is different, we recommend a consultation with our dentist to discuss your options and receive a personalized quote.

If you are enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), contact our team to confirm what portion of your treatment may be eligible for coverage, as this depends on your specific plan and the treatment your dentist recommends. Patients who are not eligible for the CDCP can also ask about our in-house financing plan to help make treatment more manageable.

Call 780-463-8803 or book an appointment online to discuss your dental bridge options with our dental team at Edmonton Smiles, a family dental clinic serving Edmonton, AB.

Dental Bridge Candidacy

You may be a good candidate for a dental bridge if you are missing one or more teeth and have healthy, natural teeth on either side of the gap to serve as abutment teeth. Bridges also work well for patients who would prefer not to undergo the surgical placement required for dental implants, or who want a faster path to replacing a missing tooth.

Dr. Molly Rodgers and our dental team will evaluate the health of your remaining teeth, gums, and bite during your visit to confirm that a dental bridge is the right fit, and will discuss dental implants or dentures as alternatives if needed.