In this video, lab technician John Barnes explains what a dental bridge is, how it works, and how it helps restore both function and appearance when a tooth is missing.
A dental bridge is used to replace a missing tooth. It’s made up of three teeth: the two natural teeth on either side are reshaped to hold crowns, and the middle section, called a pontic, fills in the gap where the missing tooth was. You can clean around a bridge using floss or a water flosser, and it restores both function and appearance by replacing the missing tooth.
If you or someone you love is struggling with missing teeth, contact Dr. Robert Ellis in Rigby, ID, for a free consultation to learn how our life-changing treatments can enhance your smile, improve your function, and restore your self-confidence.
Along the Snake River, cottonwood and boxelder trees grow well because they have the right foundation. As those trees grow, their roots need time and room to spread. Dental implants are similar in one important way: the amount of space we need in the bone depends on the size of the implant. Dental implants work much the same way. [...]
You may have just left an implant dentist feeling frustrated. Maybe you were told you do not have enough bone for dental implants. Maybe the cost of an implant denture caught you off guard. Or maybe the treatment plan felt more invasive than you expected. That does not always mean you are out of options. In any part of [...]
You’re at a loved one’s birthday party, enjoying yourself, but you’re still thinking about your dentures. Are they going to move when you talk? Will you need more adhesive before you eat? Are there certain foods you would rather avoid altogether? Those are common frustrations with traditional dentures. At West Wind Dental, Dr. Robert Ellis offers implant-retained overdentures as another [...]
We know your time is valuable. When trying to balance everything life throws at you, the last thing you want is to waste that time. If you’re seeking a Rigby implant dentist, having answers before you set foot in our waiting room can give you a strong head start with your treatment. No one likes surprises in dental care. [...]
