Replace three or four consecutive missing teeth with two sturdy implant anchors.
When several adjacent teeth are missing, an implant-supported bridge provides a strong, fixed replacement without needing an individual implant for every single missing tooth.
Traditional bridges rely on natural teeth for support, placing heavy mechanical strain on adjacent enamel. An implant bridge is anchored directly to two or more implants integrated into your jawbone, distributing bite pressure evenly.
This cost-effective and conservative approach restores robust chewing power, prevents neighboring teeth from drifting out of alignment, and helps maintain the natural shape of your jawline.
Benefits of Implant-Supported Bridges
Enjoy the stability of fixed teeth without the limitations of removable partial dentures.
- Cost-Effective Span Replacement: Replaces 3 to 4 consecutive teeth using only 2 implants, reducing surgical steps and overall investment.
- Zero Clasp Wear or Shifting: Fixed in place without metal wire clasps, eliminating gum irritation and awkward slipping.
- Strong Chewing Power: Restores the biting force you need to enjoy apples, steak, and crunchy foods with confidence.
- Same-Day Placement Often Possible: Dr. Nauss frequently places implants the same day teeth are removed, so you don't have to wait months with a gap.
The Implant Bridge Process
Dr. Nauss maps your bone anatomy using 3D CBCT digital imaging to establish the ideal angles and spacing for the supporting implants. The implants are placed in a single outpatient appointment under local anesthesia, with nitrous oxide available.
Following a healing interval of 3 to 4 months for the implants to integrate, a precision-crafted porcelain or zirconia bridge is secured to the implant abutments, restoring a continuous, seamless row of teeth.
Maintenance and Care
Cleaning beneath an implant bridge is straightforward using floss threaders, superfloss, or a water flosser. Routine checkups let us keep the surrounding gums and bone healthy.