{"id":1025,"date":"2024-10-17T22:10:23","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T16:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/?p=1025"},"modified":"2025-08-27T19:29:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T13:29:57","slug":"the-lifespan-of-dental-bridges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/the-lifespan-of-dental-bridges\/","title":{"rendered":"The Lifespan of Dental Bridges"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you are missing between one and three permanent teeth in a row, you may be considering a dental bridge<\/a> to replace them. Dental bridges are prosthetic crowns that secure to two healthy teeth and fill in gaps of up to three missing teeth in the center. These prosthetics look just like natural teeth and provide improved bite force over leaving them missing. If you\u2019ve been curious about their benefits, keep reading for more information!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What are Dental Bridges Made of?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental bridges can be made of a few different materials: gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of several of these. They are designed to look natural and are also completely functional, so you can still chew with them and clean them just like the rest of your teeth, however they cannot provide as much biteforce as your teeth or dental implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long do Dental Bridges Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With proper care and usage, you can expect your dental bridge to last between five and fifteen years, and most survive more than ten years. To ensure that yours stay in excellent condition for as long as possible, be sure to brush and floss your teeth daily and never use them for anything but chewing food, thus they should never be treated as tools for opening packaging or biting your fingernails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Benefits of Dental Bridges?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to restoring the appearance of your smile, dental bridges offer a few key benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n