Bridge Austin

Dental bridges are the best way to replace missing teeth and restore your smile to its natural beauty. A bridge is exactly what you might expect: it covers an empty gap between two teeth. There are numerous benefits to bridgework, including the restoration of natural chewing habits, the ability to keep your other teeth in place, and an overall improvement in your smile.

To install a bridge, the teeth surrounding the bridge area are reshaped to become abutment teeth. These teeth are then given crowns, which are attached to the pontic, or center. Dental bridges can also utilize a dental implant—a specialty at Silver Screen Dental of Austin.

Getting a Dental Bridge in Austin

An implant doesn't require cutting down and reshaping the surrounding teeth. Instead, the small implant is inserted in the jawbone. As the bone fuses and secures the implant in place, it can be used as the base for a crown to fully replace a missing tooth. Dr. Booth, a long-time Austin dentist, has extensive training in implants, going well beyond the standard requirements of the ADA. In fact, Dr. Booth has been the recipient of an International College of Oral Implantology fellowship.

The caring team at Silver Screen Dental can help you figure out the best plan for your needs. Our friendly environment puts patients at ease, even those who aren't comfortable in a dentist office. For those who need a bridge but who are nervous about undergoing the procedure, we also offer sedation dentistry. Don't let a missing tooth hold you back from life; call Silver Screen Dental to schedule a consultation and get back your Hollywood smile.