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Dental bridges for Smithy Bridge

A gap in your smile can make you self-conscious every time you laugh. Patients from Smithy Bridge come to us for fixed bridges that look natural, feel secure, and are planned honestly alongside the other options.

1 miles · about 4 minutes from Smithy Bridge

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Why Smithy Bridge patients choose us for dental bridges

For Smithy Bridge, we are practically next door. Whether you live near Hollingworth Lake, on the newer estates or along Smithy Bridge Road, we are your closest friendly practice for check-ups, family dentistry and same-day help when something goes wrong.

When a tooth is missing, the teeth around it can drift, your bite can change and you are more at risk of further tooth loss and infection. That is why it is worth replacing missing teeth sooner rather than later.

A dental bridge is a false tooth held in place by the teeth either side of the gap. Unlike dentures, bridges are not removable, so there is no taking them out to clean. They are quicker and less invasive than some other ways of replacing teeth, and look and feel like the real thing.

Getting here from Smithy Bridge

The practice is about a mile from Smithy Bridge, a few minutes by car or a pleasant walk. Smithy Bridge station is one stop from Littleborough on the Calder Valley line.

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Dental Bridges

Types of dental bridge

  • Traditional

    The false tooth is attached to crowns on the teeth either side of the gap. Usually porcelain fused to metal, or all-ceramic, for a strong, fully functional smile.

  • Cantilever

    Used when there are healthy teeth on only one side of the gap. Best for teeth that do not take much chewing force, like front teeth.

  • Maryland bonded

    A false tooth with small wings bonded to the backs of neighbouring teeth with resin. Ideal when those teeth are healthy and the bite is light.

What happens

Three calm steps

  1. Step 1: Assess

    We check the supporting teeth and talk through every option, including implants and dentures.

  2. Step 2: Prepare

    We prepare the supporting teeth and take an impression for the laboratory.

  3. Step 3: Fit

    Your bridge is fitted and adjusted so your bite feels natural.

Good to know

Dental Bridges: questions from Smithy Bridge patients

How far is the practice from Smithy Bridge?

The practice is about a mile from Smithy Bridge, a few minutes by car or a pleasant walk. Smithy Bridge station is one stop from Littleborough on the Calder Valley line. Our address is 115 Featherstall Road, Littleborough OL15 8JZ.

Do you see patients from Smithy Bridge?

Yes. We welcome patients from all over Smithy Bridge (OL15 & OL16), including Hollingworth Lake, Smithy Bridge station, Lake Bank, Lydgate. You do not need to live in Littleborough to see us.

How much does a bridge cost?

It depends on the type of bridge and how many teeth it involves. A traditional bridge is priced per unit, in line with our crowns at £650 per unit. We will give you a written estimate after your assessment.

Is a bridge better than an implant?

Each has advantages. A bridge is quicker and does not need surgery, but it relies on neighbouring teeth. An implant stands alone and does not affect other teeth. We will help you weigh it up.

How do I clean under a bridge?

We will show you how to use floss threaders or small interdental brushes to clean under the false tooth. It only takes a minute once you are used to it.

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