{"id":467,"date":"2024-01-02T18:24:37","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T18:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.berquistdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=467"},"modified":"2024-02-01T18:27:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T18:27:55","slug":"restoration-roulette-why-did-my-dental-bridge-fail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.berquistdentistry.com\/blog\/restoration-roulette-why-did-my-dental-bridge-fail\/","title":{"rendered":"Restoration Roulette: Why Did My Dental Bridge Fail?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental bridges are a great way to refill your smile after tooth loss because they can help you eat and speak more normally again. They consist of several false teeth (pontics) in a row that your dentist<\/a> attaches to abutments (supporting teeth) in your mouth. Though they\u2019re durable enough to last 10+ years with the right care, they\u2019re not entirely indestructible. It\u2019s not unheard of for them to become damaged or dislodged. Read on to learn more about 3 reasons why your dental bridge might fail and how you can prevent it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Reason #1: Poor Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the main culprits behind dental bridge failure is unhealthy oral hygiene habits. This is because your restoration relies on two supporting teeth at both ends of the bridge for stability. It\u2019s necessary, therefore, for your dentist to whittle away some of the abutments so that the dental bridge can fit snuggly over them and still line up correctly against your gums. This impacts the structure of the underlying tooth and leaves it more vulnerable to developing tooth decay. If it becomes too corroded, it can no longer support your dental bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can prevent this by brushing your teeth for two minutes every day, both morning and night, followed by flossing. It\u2019s the simplest way to consistently remove plaque buildup from around your pearly whites and below your gums so that toxic bacteria don\u2019t flourish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #2: Not Watching What You Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The porcelain used for dental bridges is quite resilient but can chip or break if you\u2019re not careful. To avoid physically harming them, drop nervous habits like biting your nails or chewing inanimate objects like pen caps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also steer clear of certain foods known to injure them, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n