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Dr. Dean Dietrich and his team at in Dolton, IL understand the desire for a beautiful smile. When teeth are lost, for whatever reasons, which lead to unsightly gaps in the smile, this not only causes unattractive aesthetic issues, but could also lead to more serious dental health issues in the long run. Dental bridges […]

A dental bridge, sometimes called a fixed partial denture, is a popular solution for missing teeth. A bridge has a lower upfront cost than implants, yet provides greater stability than a removable partial denture, making this a popular option. Many patients in Dolton, Riverdale, and other area communities ask what the procedure involves. The entire […]

A dental bridge is a non-removable (fixed) appliance used to replace one or more teeth. It usually includes two dental crowns with a false tooth (pontic) between them. Depending on the situation, there may be more than one pontic, or even three crowns. However, the principle is the same. Crowns placed on natural teeth are […]

No one wants to lose a tooth, but unfortunately, it happens. Gum disease is the number one culprit. Other common reasons include severe cavities, trauma, and fractures. In any case, if you have a gap in your smile, you probably want to fill it. The three common ways of replacing missing teeth are implants, bridges, […]

Losing a tooth can be traumatic physically and emotionally. Just one gap can interfere with eating, speaking, and smiling confidently. Fixed bridges are among the most popular options for replacing missing teeth, as they are more stable than partial dentures with a lower upfront cost than implants. However, without proper care your bridgework, and the […]

For patients who are missing a tooth or several teeth due to age, disease, or trauma, smiling may be the last thing on their mind. Gaps from missing teeth are not only unattractive, but they can also cause bone loss and encourage an individual’s other teeth to shift out of place. This can create a […]

Dental bridges are often considered for dental patients who have lost one or more teeth due to trauma, extraction, or disease. Dental bridges are restorations that are created to fill the gap between teeth, and utilizes the surrounding teeth in order to crown and support the bridge. When done right, bridges can help keep teeth […]

Crowns, bridges; it’s all the same and they’re all Greek to me. Since these two dental treatments fall into the same general category, they often end up confused in patient’s minds. While the process of placing them and making them is similar the reasons for doing them are very different. The basic difference between a […]

If you know what a traditional dental bridge is, then you know the greatest benefit is filling a gap in your smile. Bridges have been used for this purpose since the early days of dentistry, and they are better than ever today. There are also other options available, and implant supported restorations are highly recommended. […]

We all hope to keep our natural teeth for life, but it doesn’t always work out that way. Attractive, seemingly healthy teeth can be easy to take for granted. Maybe you didn’t think you needed a dentist, and you could afford to skip brushing once in a while… Unfortunately, many people don’t take their dental […]

Losing a tooth can have an immediate and profound impact on your self-esteem. Patients who have a missing tooth, whether due to decay, disease, or trauma, often find themselves feeling self-conscious, worried, or embarrassed. Furthermore, the lost tooth can have an impact on the health of your mouth and the alignment of your remaining teeth. […]

Missing teeth have a negative effect on the smile. They can affect one’s ability to eat and speak, and they have an aesthetic concern. Additionally, the loss of natural teeth can cause the existing teeth to drift out of place, resulting in gaps in the dental arch that can only be fixed with orthodontic work. […]