April 10, 2026
Gaps in your grin left behind by missing teeth can significantly impact your daily quality of life, especially if you’ve lost several in a row. Thankfully, your dentist can restore your grin with a lifelike dental bridge made from resilient, tooth-colored materials that can be customized to resemble your natural enamel for seamless results.
Although these replacement teeth are durable enough to withstand daily wear and tear from biting and chewing, that doesn’t mean they’re completely invincible. Continue reading to learn about 3 potential causes of failure so you can avoid them!
Dental bridges are usually made from durable ceramic that can be made to match the size, shape, and tone of your teeth for beautiful, lifelike outcomes meant to last. They contain the required number of teeth positioned between a dental crown at each side, which attaches to healthy abutment teeth or dental implants positioned at both ends of the space in your smile.
Although your restoration cannot develop decay or disease, the underlying teeth are still susceptible to oral issues. That means you must continue brushing and flossing twice daily to remove plaque and bacteria that contribute to common concerns, like cavities or periodontal problems, to help maintain it.
Do you anxiously nibble pen caps or your fingernails when you feel anxious, or do you tend to grind your teeth subconsciously at night? If so, the added pressure placed on your teeth could potentially chip, crack, or otherwise harm your dental bridge.
You might try engaging in deep-breathing exercises to help reduce tension and ease your frayed nerves. But you can also ask your dentist whether they offer any protective oral appliances, such as a nightguard for bruxism, that can help safeguard your smile to prevent potential damage.
You might think that your mouth must surely be healthy if you don’t see any obvious issues, and feel tempted to skip your next dental examination and professional cleaning. But unwanted plaque and bacteria can form in hidden places, such as below your gumline, behind your molars, or between two teeth, and cause issues that are hard to see on your own at home.
Fortunately, your oral healthcare provider has the experience and state-of-the-art equipment to quickly identify areas of concern to devise a customized treatment plan to repair them before they can progress, helping prevent potential dental bridge failure.
If you have additional questions about how to protect and maintain your new teeth, you can learn more by consulting your dentist’s office directly!
At the Center for Advanced Dentistry, you and your family benefit from two dentists who are passionate about helping you build and maintain beautiful, healthy teeth and gums. Dr. Lim, a board-certified prosthodontist, collaborates with Dr. DeVinney, an accomplished general dentist, to provide a complete menu of services conveniently under one roof. They share decades of combined experience and utilize advanced technology to deliver accurate, comfortable treatment results intended to last. You can request an appointment on the website or by calling (408) 292-2848.
Our office is strategically positioned in San Jose, CA, along North Bascom Avenue, offering easy connectivity to major transportation routes and centrally accessible from neighboring communities. The suite is housed within a professional complex with convenient parking options and straightforward building navigation for visitors.
