3870 W Happy Valley Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310
Rebuilding Your Smile After Tooth Loss
Tooth loss affects far more than your appearance. Missing teeth can make it difficult to chew and speak comfortably, cause surrounding teeth to shift out of alignment, and lead to gradual bone loss in the jaw over time. Addressing tooth loss with the right restoration is one of the most important steps you can take for both your oral health and your overall quality of life.
At Stetson Village Family Dentistry in Glendale, AZ, we offer custom-crafted dentures and dental bridges designed to restore your smile with results that look natural, fit comfortably, and function reliably. Our team takes a thorough, personalized approach to every tooth replacement case, ensuring the solution we recommend is the right fit for your specific needs, goals, and oral health.
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Dental Bridge Options for Missing Teeth
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration used to replace one or more consecutive missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, anchored in place by crowns placed over the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Once bonded, a bridge functions and looks like natural teeth and does not need to be removed for cleaning. We offer two types of bridges depending on your needs:
Traditional Bridge
Uses the two teeth adjacent to the gap as anchors, prepared by removing a small amount of enamel to accommodate the supporting crowns. Strong, durable, and well-suited for replacing teeth anywhere in the mouth.
Implant-Supported Bridge
Uses dental implants as anchors rather than natural teeth, making it a good fit for patients who prefer not to alter their surrounding teeth. This option also helps preserve jawbone density in the area of tooth loss.
Complete and Partial Denture Options
Dentures are removable appliances used to replace multiple missing teeth or an entire arch. Modern dentures are designed to fit comfortably, look natural, and restore a significant amount of chewing function. We offer several types based on how many teeth need to be replaced and the condition of your remaining oral structures:
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Full Dentures
Replace an entire upper or lower arch, resting on the gum tissue and held in place by natural suction and adhesive when needed.
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Partial Dentures
Used when some natural teeth remain, filling gaps with a gum-colored base that clips onto existing teeth to prevent shifting.
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Immediate Dentures
Placed the same day, the remaining teeth are extracted so you are never without teeth during healing. Adjustments are typically needed as the gums and bone reshape over time.
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Implant-Supported Dentures
Snap onto dental implants placed in the jaw for a more stable, secure fit that eliminates movement and helps preserve jawbone density.
Choosing Between Bridge and Dentures
The right tooth replacement option depends on how many teeth are missing, the health of your remaining teeth and gums, your bone density, and your personal preferences. As a general guide:
- A dental bridge is typically recommended when one to three consecutive teeth are missing and the surrounding teeth are healthy enough to serve as anchors
- Partial dentures are often a better fit when multiple non-consecutive teeth are missing or when the remaining anchor teeth are not strong enough to support a bridge
- Full dentures are used when all or most of the teeth in an arch are missing
- Implant-supported options are available for both bridges and dentures and offer enhanced stability and long-term bone preservation
Take the First Step Toward Restoring Your Smile in Glendale
Missing teeth do not have to be permanent. Whether you need to replace a single tooth, several teeth, or a full arch, our team at Stetson Village Family Dentistry has the experience and technology to deliver a result that looks natural and feels comfortable. We welcome new patients and most major dental insurance plans, and we proudly serve families throughout Glendale, Peoria, and the surrounding West Valley.
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