Restore Your Smile and Confidence at Glenashton Dental Centre

Losing one or more teeth can affect how you eat, speak, and smile — and can also lead to shifting teeth or jaw problems over time. At Glenashton Dental Centre in Oakville, we offer customized dental bridges and dentures to restore both function and appearance, helping you maintain a healthy, confident smile.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Sometimes referred to as a fixed bridge or fixed partial denture, this restoration restores your bite, prevents teeth from drifting, and enhances your smile’s appearance.

How a Dental Bridge Works

A bridge typically consists of:

• Abutment teeth: The healthy teeth on each side of the gap that are prepared for crowns.
• Pontic(s): The artificial tooth or teeth that replace the missing ones.

The placement process usually involves three steps:

• Tooth Preparation: The abutment teeth are reshaped to fit dental crowns.
• Fabrication: Impressions are taken, and the bridge is custom-made in a dental laboratory to ensure a precise fit.
• Placement: The final bridge—consisting of two crowns and one or more pontics—is permanently cemented in place.

With proper care, dental bridges can last 10 years or more. Your dentist will show you how to use special floss or threaders to clean around and underneath your bridge to keep your gums and remaining teeth healthy.

Dentures

When multiple teeth are missing, dentures offer an effective and affordable way to restore your smile. Dentures are removable prosthetics custom-made to fit comfortably and look natural.

There are two main types of dentures:

Partial Dentures

Partial dentures replace one or several missing teeth and are secured with metal clasps or precision attachments that connect to nearby natural teeth. They are easy to remove for cleaning and sleeping and are ideal when there are not enough remaining teeth to support a dental bridge.

Complete (Full) Dentures

Complete dentures replace all the teeth in your upper or lower jaw. They rest on your gums and are custom-made to look and feel as natural as possible. Properly fitted dentures help restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.

Caring for Your Dentures

Just like natural teeth, dentures require daily care to stay clean and prevent plaque buildup.
Follow these four steps for proper denture care:

• Clean Daily: Brush your dentures every day using a soft toothbrush or denture brush to remove food debris and plaque.
• Soak Overnight: Remove your dentures at night and soak them in warm water or a denture-cleaning solution. Avoid hot water, as it can warp the material.
• Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse your dentures well before putting them back in your mouth, especially if using a cleaning solution.
• Schedule Regular Checkups: Over time, your mouth and gums naturally change shape. Regular dental visits allow your dentist to check the fit of your dentures and make any needed adjustments to keep them comfortable and functional.

Restore Your Smile at Glenashton Dental Centre

Whether you need a fixed bridge, a partial denture, or a complete denture, our experienced dental team will help you find the best tooth replacement option for your needs.

Contact Glenashton Dental Centre in Oakville today to schedule a consultation and take the next step toward a healthier, more confident smile.