Similar to a bridge crossing a river, a fixed dental bridge is anchored on either side and extends across the gap left by missing teeth to form a single, durable restoration that improves appearance and also protects surrounding teeth from shifting. Neighboring teeth are reduced to accommodate the placement of crowns, which are used to permanently fix the dental bridge into position. Our lab custom fabricates your dental bridge so that it looks and functions just like your missing teeth. The entire process, including the time needed to create the dental bridge, takes only two to four weeks and results can last for 8-10 years with proper care.