{"id":456,"date":"2024-11-06T19:51:38","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T19:51:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=456"},"modified":"2024-12-23T20:09:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T20:09:50","slug":"dental-bridge-lifespan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/2024\/11\/06\/dental-bridge-lifespan\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Bridges: How Long Do They Last?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When missing one or more consecutive teeth along the upper or lower row of your mouth, many dentists recommend a dental bridge<\/a> to restore the visual aesthetics and normal use of your smile. Reliable and natural-looking, these restorations allow you to embrace a new appearance that blends in beautifully, so others will never be able to tell you have artificial teeth. But how long do they last and what can you do to extend their lifespan? Keep reading to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is the Average Lifespan of a Dental Bridge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before discussing the average amount of time you can expect your new dental bridge to last, it\u2019s important to remember that it is unlikely to remain in place for the rest of your life. There are rare cases when this can happen; however, the more common timeframe to follow is 10 years or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Rochester Medical Center agree that when properly cared for with good oral hygiene, regular dental visits every six months, and giving up unhealthy habits, you can enjoy your dental bridge for a decade or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Tips Can Help Extend the Life of a Dental Bridge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When learning that you need a dental bridge, you\u2019ll need to make sure it looks and feels good all the time. Otherwise, you\u2019ll be left with a restoration that is damaged and requires replacement much sooner than you anticipated. This can mean more time and money spent visiting the dentist for essential care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To extend the life of your dental bridge, you\u2019ll need to make sure you adopt the following habits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n