Bridges and Dentures in Derwood, MD

Carefully Crafted for Your Smile

For bridges and dentures, we work closely with trusted, high-quality dental laboratories to create restorations that are made specifically for you. Every smile is different, which is why we provide the laboratory with detailed specifications and carefully review factors such as fit, function, appearance, tooth shape, and shade. For dentures, special attention is also given to creating a comfortable fit and a natural-looking smile. By combining careful planning in our office with the skill and craftsmanship of experienced dental laboratories, our goal is to provide bridges and dentures that look natural, feel comfortable, and help you smile, speak, and eat with confidence.

At Stream Valley Dental in Derwood, Maryland, we provide custom bridges and dentures for patients throughout Derwood, Rockville, Gaithersburg, and surrounding Montgomery County communities.

Full and Partial Dentures

Missing multiple teeth can make everyday activities like eating, speaking, and smiling more challenging. Full and partial dentures provide a comfortable, natural-looking way to restore missing teeth and help you get back to enjoying daily life with confidence. At Stream Valley Dental, we take the time to create dentures that are customized to your mouth, with careful attention to fit, function, comfort, and appearance. Whether you need to replace several teeth or a full arch, our goal is to help you feel comfortable with your smile and confident using your new teeth every day.

Dental Bridges

Missing one or more teeth can affect more than just the appearance of your smile—it can also make eating and speaking more difficult and may change the way your teeth come together. A dental bridge provides a fixed, natural-looking way to replace missing teeth and restore both the function and appearance of your smile. At Stream Valley Dental, we carefully design each bridge to complement your natural teeth, with close attention to fit, comfort, strength, and appearance. We use high-quality dental laboratories to fabricate your bridge to our specifications, with the goal of creating a restoration that feels comfortable, functions naturally, and helps you smile with confidence.

Three sets of dental prosthetics: a full upper denture, a row of three porcelain crowns, and a partial metal and ceramic denture with clasps.

  • Dental bridges and dentures both replace missing teeth, but they differ in how they are supported and how they function. A traditional dental bridge is a fixed restoration supported by neighboring teeth and is not removed for daily cleaning. Bridges are commonly used to replace one or a few missing teeth when suitable supporting teeth are available.

    Dentures are removable appliances that can replace several missing teeth or an entire arch. Partial dentures replace some missing teeth while using the remaining teeth for support and retention, while full dentures replace all the teeth in the upper or lower arch.

    The best option depends on the number and location of missing teeth, the health of your remaining teeth, your preferences, and your long-term oral health needs. At Stream Valley Dental, we take the time to explain your options and help you make an informed decision.

  • Dental bridges often last 10 to 15 years or longer with proper care, although their lifespan depends on oral hygiene, biting forces, and the health of the supporting teeth. Dentures typically require replacement or significant adjustment after approximately 5 to 10 years due to normal wear and changes in the shape of the gums and jawbone. Regular dental examinations help us monitor your restorations and determine when adjustments, repairs, or replacements may be necessary.

  • Modern dentures are designed to closely resemble natural teeth and gums, helping restore the appearance of your smile. At Stream Valley Dental, we work with experienced dental laboratories to create customized dentures with careful attention to tooth shape, shade, fit, and appearance. New dentures may require an adjustment period as you become accustomed to eating and speaking with them, and occasional adjustments may be needed to improve comfort.

  • Traditional dental bridges generally require the neighboring supporting teeth to be reshaped so they can accommodate crowns. While this involves removing some natural tooth structure, a properly designed bridge can provide a durable and functional replacement for missing teeth. We carefully evaluate the condition of your supporting teeth and discuss the advantages and limitations of available treatment options before recommending a bridge.

  • Dental bridges require regular brushing and special attention to cleaning underneath the replacement tooth using floss threaders, interdental brushes, or other appropriate cleaning aids. Removable dentures should be cleaned daily with suitable denture-cleaning products and handled carefully to prevent damage. Maintaining healthy gums and remaining natural teeth is also important. We provide personalized instructions to help you care for your restoration and maintain your oral health.

  • Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for dental bridges and dentures when they are needed to replace missing teeth. However, coverage varies depending on your plan, annual maximum, deductible, waiting periods, and missing-tooth replacement limitations. At Stream Valley Dental, we can help review your insurance benefits and provide an estimate of your expected out-of-pocket costs before beginning treatment.

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