Smiling woman on phone after dental bridge placement

Dental Bridges

If you have missing teeth, you may have trouble with simple tasks like eating, speaking, and smiling.  Dr. David J. Tasch and Dr. Mike Meek can replace your missing teeth and improve your quality of life with a natural-looking dental bridge. Learn how our Austin, TX, dental practice can use the latest in dental bridge technology to transform your smile.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

Dental bridges are designed to replace one to three missing teeth. A traditional bridge consists of pontics (artificial replacement teeth) held in place by crowns attached to the abutment teeth (the natural teeth on either side of the gap). Bridges can also be supported by dental implants.

What a Dental Bridge Can Do for You

Correct Bite Problems

For the best oral health, the pressure of your bite should be evenly distributed across your dental arch. Missing teeth disrupt that balance. A dental bridge can restore an even bite and prevent serious jaw disorders from developing. 

Improve Chewing 

It's no surprise that eating crunchy or chewy foods is more difficult after tooth loss. Our dental bridges are custom designed to fit securely in your mouth, allowing you to eat all your favorite foods once again.

Better Oral Health

Overcrowded and crooked teeth are harder to clean, putting your smile at risk of decay and infection. A dental bridge prevents your teeth from shifting out of place, helping you maintain a straight, healthy smile. 

Restore Self-Confidence

Our bridges are handcrafted from premium materials to mimic the color and shape of your natural teeth. These life-like restorations can transform the way you look, and give you the confidence to smile at every opportunity. 

A Smile Transformation With a Traditional Dental Bridge

Before Dental Bridge
After Bridge
A traditional bridge restored this patient's smile and oral health. Their two front teeth were lost due to periodontal disease, and the subsequent bone loss did not make them a candidate for dental implants. The team at our Austin, TX, dental office used a six-unit fixed bridge to address the loss of each tooth. They prepared the two surrounding teeth for dental crown placement to hold the pontics. Once the bridge was in place, this patient had a healthier, natural-looking smile. 

Superior Restorative Dentistry The 38th Street Dental Approach

Restorative dentistry can be complicated, so it is important to seek treatment from skilled, detail-oriented professionals. Drs. Tasch and Meek are known for their exceptional level of high-quality care. If you are ready to stop suffering with an incomplete smile, contact our Austin, TX, practice today. You can request a one-on-one consultation with our dentists by sending us a message online, or by calling:

(512) 458-6222

Dr. Tasch and Dr. Meek
38th Street Dental merges the best aspects of modern dentistry with tried and true techniques to produce beautiful, long-lasting restorations.

 
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Gwen Phone

Austin, TX

2023

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38th Street Dental is the best! Dr. Meek and staff always make you feel welcome. They don't treat you like the typical no-name patient; they treat you like one of their own and make you feel special! They have state of the art equipment which makes treatment plans spot-on and more efficient and effective... I highly recommend 38th Street Dental... Great Job Dr. Meek and Team!

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Ashley Bush

Austin, TX

2023

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I was recommended this office by a coworker. I was so nervous because I don’t like the dentist and I had not had a cleaning in a while. From the front office staff to the hygienists to my dentist I felt a very warm welcome! Regina gave me the best cleaning I’ve ever had! The whole experience was pain free and all of my questions were answered. If you have dentist anxiety this is the place for you, trust me! :)

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Why Visit Us for Your Dental Bridge Placement?

Advanced Technology

Our Austin, TX, office strives to stay on the cutting edge of dental technology to provide the best outcomes. Our 3D computed tomography (CT) scanning technology allows us to get precise images of your teeth, soft tissues, and nerves in a single scan. These images are much more detailed than a traditional X-ray. We use the highest quality materials to create dental crowns, bridges, and dentures that seamlessly blend with your smile.

Our Dentists

Both our dentists pride themselves on providing the most advanced treatments to help you achieve your oral health and cosmetic goals. They use their experience and state-of-the-art tools to enhance and restore your smile's look, health, and function. In addition to providing high-quality treatments, Dr. Meek and Dr. Tasch care about their patients and their oral health goals. They take the time to understand your concerns to help create your dream smile.

Customized Treatments

We offer multiple treatment options to get your smile looking and functioning at its best. Our dentists can create a customized treatment plan to address every oral health or cosmetic concern. We offer traditional and advanced implant-supported restorations to replace a missing tooth or several missing teeth. Our dentists will consider your oral health and cosmetic goals to determine which dental bridge option will achieve the best results.

Your Dental Bridge Options

Traditional dental bridge illustration

Traditional Dental Bridge

A traditional dental bridge has dental crowns at both ends to hold the pontics in place. This restoration requires having healthy natural teeth on both sides of the gap in your dental arch. 
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Implant-Supported Bridge

Our Austin practice is proud to offer premium implant-supported bridges. Dental implants are titanium posts placed in the jaw to replace missing tooth roots. They fuse to your bone and provide a secure foundation for your custom-made bridge. 

Why Consider an Implant Bridge? 

Implant-supported prosthetics are widely considered to be the best form of treatment for qualifying candidates. There are many advantages to dental implants, including:

Conservative Treatment

When you choose to support your bridge with dental implants, neighboring teeth do not need to be reduced or reshaped. It is always best to conserve as much healthy dental tissue as possible.

Better
Oral Health

Following tooth loss, the jaw will begin to atrophy (shrink) due to a lack of stimulation from the tooth roots. The implants provide this crucial stimulation to your jawbone, keeping it strong and healthy.

Long-Term
Savings

While dental implants can be more expensive upfront, they are a great long-term investment in your oral health. Implant-supported restorations can help you avoid the need for a costly bone grafting procedure in the future.