Implant Supported Crown & Bridge

If you are missing several teeth, an implant-supported crown and bridge may be just what you need to restore your smile and make your teeth fully functional.

The same 3-step process used during single tooth replacements is followed when providing patients with implant supported crown and bridges.

1. Placement of the implant
In each location where there are missing teeth, a dental implant, resembling a screw or cylinder, will be placed into the jaw bone. Over the next two-six months, each implant will replace your teeth’s roots, integrate into the bone and create a strong anchor for each replacement tooth. A temporary tooth may be placed over each implant site to disguise the implants during this integration period.

2.  Attachment of the abutment
Following the integration period, the implants are uncovered and an abutment, which is an extension resembling a small metal post, is placed on the end of each implant. Following this process, the gums will need to heal for several weeks.

3. Placement of the crown and bridge
Lastly the crowns are placed on the end of each abutment and the bridge is secured.

There are clear advantages to choosing an implant supported crown and bridge over other teeth replacement options. These advantages include:

• Implant supported crowns and bridges do not sacrifice the condition of neighboring teeth, since the implants are integrated into the jaw bone.
• Because they replace tooth roots and integrate with your bone, implant supported crowns and bridges help to prevent bone deterioration. Bone may begin to deteriorate with other tooth replacement options that do not replace the teeth’s roots and integrate with the bone.
• Implant supported crowns and bridges are long-lasting and won’t shift in your mouth.

To find out whether an implant supported crown and bridge is the right solution for you, contact us today to set up an individual consultation.