━ Dental bridges in Birmingham
Filling the gap,
fixed in place.
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth either side. Our Birmingham team plans each bridge around your bite, gum health and appearance.
━ Purpose
Replace missing teeth
━ Type
Fixed, not removable
━ Support
Adjacent teeth or implants
━ Location
Erdington, Birmingham
━ Why replace a missing tooth
Gaps affect more
than appearance.
Missing teeth can change how you bite and chew, and neighbouring teeth may drift over time. A bridge restores the space with a fixed replacement that is cleaned around rather than taken out.
One or two teeth missing in a row
Healthy teeth either side of the gap
Difficulty chewing on one side
Preference for a fixed replacement
━ Bridge options
Different designs, different situations.
The right design depends on the size of the gap and the condition of the neighbouring teeth.
Conventional bridge
Crowns on the teeth either side support the replacement tooth between them.
Cantilever bridge
Support comes from one side only, used in specific situations.
Adhesive bridge
A wing bonded to the back of an adjacent tooth, keeping preparation minimal.
Implant-supported bridge
Multiple unit bridges
Longer spans can sometimes be restored where support is sufficient.
Temporary bridges
A provisional bridge can maintain appearance while treatment progresses.
━ Suitability, treatment & aftercare
What a dental bridge involves.
Assessment
Teeth, gums, bone and bite are assessed, with X-rays where needed, to check suitability.
Discussing options
You hear how a bridge compares with an implant or denture, including costs.
Preparation, fitting and care
Supporting teeth are prepared and a scan or impression is taken for the laboratory.
The bridge is fitted and checked, and you are shown how to clean around it.
━ Dental bridges fees
Dental bridge costs, itemised.
Fees depend on your individual needs and the treatment agreed. Everything is confirmed in writing after your assessment.
Dental bridge
Priced per tooth, as for crowns
From £597 per tooth
Implant-retained bridge
Multiple tooth replacement with fixed bridgework
From £5,750
Assessment and imaging
Planned according to supporting teeth, gums and bone
Quoted after assessment
Guide prices only. Your exact fees are confirmed in a written treatment plan following examination.
━ Your bridge treatment
From planning to fitting.
01
Assessment
Teeth, gums, bone and bite are assessed, with X-rays where needed, to check suitability.
02
Discussing options
You hear how a bridge compares with an implant or denture, including costs.
03
Preparation
Supporting teeth are prepared and a scan or impression is taken for the laboratory.
04
Fitting and care
The bridge is fitted and checked, and you are shown how to clean around it.
━ Questions answered
Dental bridges FAQs.
Straightforward answers to the questions patients in Birmingham ask us most often.
This varies with design, bite forces, gum health and cleaning. Bridges often serve for many years, and your dentist will check them at routine appointments.
Neither is always better. A bridge is usually quicker and does not need surgery, while an implant does not rely on neighbouring teeth. Your dentist will compare both for your case.
Special floss, interdental brushes or a water flosser are used to clean beneath the bridge. Our hygienist can show you the most effective technique.
Bridges are made in a dental laboratory and shaded to match your own teeth. Appearance is discussed and checked before the bridge is finally fitted.
Yes. Our Erdington practice welcomes patients from across Birmingham, including Sutton Coldfield.
Missing a tooth you would like replaced?
Contact our Birmingham team to discuss bridges and the other ways of restoring your smile.
