Smil, Unit 69-70, Dockside Outlet Shopping Centre, Maritime Way, St Mary's Island, Chatham, ME4 3ED
Smil, Unit 69-70, Dockside Outlet Shopping Centre, Maritime Way, St Mary's Island, Chatham, ME4 3ED
Missing a tooth can affect more than just how your smile looks. At Smil, we create natural-looking dental bridges that restore both comfort and confidence, helping you smile, eat, and speak with ease again.
At our modern clinic in Kent, our experienced team designs bespoke dental bridges tailored to your needs. Every treatment is carefully planned to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, so your smile feels like you again.
A dental bridge is a fixed solution used to replace one or more missing teeth. It works by filling the gap with a carefully crafted replacement tooth that’s supported by the surrounding teeth, restoring both appearance and function.
If you’re considering tooth replacement, a bridge can be a reliable and natural-looking option. During your visit, we’ll talk you through all suitable treatments and help you decide whether a bridge is the right fit for you.
There are a few different types of dental bridges, and the best option depends on your smile, your teeth, and your long-term goals.
Winged dental bridges consist of a prosthetic tooth attached to adjacent teeth using a small “wing.” This minimally invasive approach often requires little to no tooth preparation.
Bonded bridges require a more extensive preparation process. In this method, the adjacent teeth are reshaped to accommodate a bonded bridge dental crown, which securely holds the prosthetic tooth in place. This ensures a durable and natural-looking restoration.
In some cases, a dental implant bridge may be discussed, where implants are used to support a bridge rather than natural teeth. We’ll always explain your options clearly, so you feel confident in your decision.
Modern dental bridges are designed to look just like natural teeth. A bonded dental bridge is colour-matched and shaped to sit comfortably alongside your existing smile.
Your bridge will be custom-made by skilled dental technicians in a specialist laboratory, usually taking up to two weeks. While it’s being created, we’ll fit a temporary bridge so your smile stays complete.
We also use advanced digital scanning technology, removing the need for messy impressions and ensuring a more comfortable, precise fit.
While dental bridges are a popular choice, they aren’t the only option. Dental implants are often considered the closest alternative to natural teeth, while removable dentures may suit other needs.
Our dentists will guide you through every option, comparing bridges, implants, and dentures so you can choose what feels right for you.
If gaps in your smile are bothering you, dental bridges could be a simple, effective solution. Our friendly team is always happy to answer questions and talk through your treatment options.
The cost of a dental bridge will vary depending on a variety of factors, including the material used and the type of bridge placed. If you would like to find out more about the cost of dental bridges at Smil, please get in touch.
Yes. Unlike removable dentures, bridges remain fixed to the teeth that support the bridge. They are also more stain-resistant and can provide superior aesthetics, making them the ideal option for replacing missing front teeth.
Offering a permanent, natural-looking solution to replace missing teeth, dental bridges can boost your confidence and protect your remaining teeth without surgery.
Most dental bridges require two to three visits. This includes assessment, preparation, and fitting your final bridge.
A bridge uses nearby teeth for support, while an implant replaces the tooth root itself.
Yes. A loose-bonded bridge can often be re-cemented. If it’s damaged or worn, replacement may be recommended.
Contact us if you notice pain, looseness, difficulty biting, or irritation around your bonded bridge teeth. Early care helps protect your smile long term.
Smil, Unit 69-70, Dockside Outlet Shopping Centre, Maritime Way, St Mary's Island, Chatham, ME4 3ED
