09/30/2026
Not all dental work lasts forever — and that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
This anterior bridge was over 12 years old and, over time, the gums had naturally receded, exposing the tooth roots around the margins.
Bridges, like many dental restorations, have a lifespan. Research shows many can function for 10+ years, but longevity varies from person to person. Oral hygiene, diet, bite forces, changes in the mouth — and even hormonal changes — can all play a role.
In this case, the original bridge was metal + porcelain. With the margins now exposed, replacing it allowed us to protect the underlying tooth structure while also taking advantage of the advances in dental materials over the past decade.
The result? A new metal-free, more natural-looking bridge designed to blend in beautifully with the surrounding teeth.
Sometimes a replacement isn’t about starting over — it’s about updating what’s there with what dentistry can offer today.
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