Implant-Supported Dental Bridges

Restore your smile with the power of implants and a custom bridge
Implant Supported Dental Bridges

Missing teeth? Let’s close the gaps and keep your smile in place.

An implant-supported dental bridge is an excellent option for replacing multiple missing teeth. Instead of relying on your natural teeth, we anchor the bridge to strong, titanium dental implants placed directly into your jawbone. This gives you a stable, secure, and natural-looking smile that lasts.

At Shortland Dental, with our Hutt Dental Implant Centre branch, we use the best technology and materials to make sure your bridge fits perfectly and functions just like your real teeth. Whether you’re missing a few teeth or need a full row replaced, we’ll help restore both the look and function of your smile. If you’re unsure whether a bridge is the right option, get in touch for a complimentary initial discussion to explore your Dental Implant options.

Experts answer your questions

An implant-supported dental bridge is a strong solution for replacing several missing teeth. Unlike regular bridges that use nearby teeth for support, this type of bridge is attached to dental implants placed directly into your jawbone, making it more secure and long-lasting.

With proper care, these bridges can last 10 to 15 years or more. Since the implants fuse with your jawbone, they provide a solid foundation for your bridge, giving you a lasting result that feels just like your natural teeth.

Yes, they tend to be more comfortable. Because the bridge is supported by implants, you won’t have to worry about it shifting or putting pressure on nearby teeth. Many people find implant-supported bridges feel more natural, especially when eating or talking.

First, we place the dental implants into your jawbone. Once they heal and bond with the bone, we attach a custom-made bridge to the implants. This process takes a bit longer than traditional bridges, but it provides a stronger and longer-lasting solution.

Implant-supported bridges are more stable, comfortable, and secure than traditional dentures. One key difference is that implant bridges are fixed — they stay in place and aren’t removable like partial dentures. This makes them easier to care for and more natural to live with day to day. Plus, they don’t slip or move around in your mouth, and they help keep your jawbone healthy, which dentures can’t do. If you’re looking for a permanent, low-maintenance solution, implant bridges are a great choice over partial dentures.

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