Bridges

Bridges services offered in San Antonio, Helotes and Shavano Park, TX

A gap in your smile can impact your physical or emotional health. If you’re missing permanent teeth, see the experts at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces, with four locations in San Antonio and an office in Helotes, Texas. The dental team offers dental bridges to fill in the gaps and restore a beautiful smile. Schedule an appointment by phone or request one online today.

Bridges Q&A

What are dental bridges?

Bridges are tooth restorations that replace one or more missing permanent teeth. Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces provides various bridges to meet your personalized needs, including:

Traditional bridges

Traditional bridges consist of two crowns that bond to the teeth adjacent to a gap and an artificial tooth in between them.

Implant-supported bridges

Implant-supported bridges consist of multiple artificial teeth attached to each other, anchored by dental implants (metal posts) inserted into your jawbone.

Framework bridges

Framework bridges support artificial teeth using a metal framework instead of crowns or dental implants. Your dentist wraps the framework around or bonds it to natural teeth.

Which benefits do bridges offer?

Bridges offer the following benefits:

Reduced adjacent tooth shifting
No more tooth gaps
Beautiful smile
Self-confidence
Easier chewing
Clearer speech
Improved quality of life

Bridges are sturdy, remaining fixed in place. They look, feel, and function like natural teeth and can last for a decade or more when cared for properly.

Are bridges right for me?

The Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces team determines if you’re a candidate for dental bridges after discussing your oral health history, reviewing the results of your dental X-rays, and examining your gums and teeth. They ask about your treatment preferences before tailoring a treatment plan that’s best suited for you.

In addition to bridges, Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces offers dental implants with a crown or dentures, dental fillings, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental bonding, and more.

What can I expect during bridge placement?

Your dentist digitally scans your mouth to create a custom-fitted bridge. A dental lab then makes the new bridge. When it’s ready, your dentist bonds the bridge to your teeth and ensures a proper fit.

If you’re a candidate for an implant-supported bridge, your dentist inserts dental implants into your jawbone during a minor procedure. After the bone heals around the implants, your dentist attaches a custom-made bridge to the implants.

What happens after I receive a new bridge?

Take good care of your new dental bridge to ensure it lasts a long time. Brush your teeth after meals, floss every day, and don’t chew on hard things. See the Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces team every six months for dental exams and professional teeth cleanings, and call the office if you develop tooth pain or damage to your bridge.

Schedule an appointment at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces by phone or request one online today to determine if a dental bridge is right for you.

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Happy Patient Reviews

I went here for a root canal yesterday scared out of my mind but Dr Smith and his assistant were beyond amazing! I highly recommend you see Adam Smith for any dental issues you won’t regret it.

Chelsey V.

Dr. Smith is absolutely fantastic. All the staff is amazing and very helpful. Customer satisfaction is the best I've received at any dentist. The procedures are essentially painless and the equipment and tools are advanced and updated. Big thank you to Sandra and Derek who are very knowledgeable, professional, and great to work with. The office is near and clean with a little theater for everyone and an arcade machine for entertainment. Would not recommend any other dentist. Thank you again Dr. Smith!

Mohsin S.

First time there with my 4 children. Loved their hospitality always made us feel welcomed and answered all of my questions patiently. My children hate dental visits and this was the first smooth visit we've ever had at the dentist.. Dr. Melendez was great and so was the entire staff at the Mission clinic on Roosevelt.

Veronica S.

Been coming here since they opened this location and I can honestly say..I'm comfortable I have had all my kids come here..love the way they work with you I have not had problems. The crew is incredible as well as the Dentist..too bad they changed the crew but we just went recently to get braces on my daughter ...we were in and out was fast and the 2 girls who helped us were very friendly...and were on point with everything we asked them..plus the girl who help prep my daughter with her braces was very nice and really knew what she was doing hands on kind of person..which I loved..I hope she gets noticed for her hard work ..she made everything look easy..I cant wait to go see her when I'm ready to put my braces on..I would recommend anyone to go to this inviting Dentistry....May I say I'm a very picky mom so trust me when I say ...its a 5 star

Jennifer R.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff always welcoming and makes you feel comfortable. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to sit and watch a movie or to play with the arcade games. Like how they explain and go over everything that will be done.

Cindy F.

Really nice workers. They know what they are doing. Girls on the front very polite and friendly. Dr. Rice knows what's she is doing. I really recommend this dentist office.

Nancy A.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff Always Make All My 5 Kids Feel comfortable whether it’s for cleaning or dental work and Orthodontics. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to either sit and watch a movie or TV or Arcade games. And there’s also refreshments like water or coffee or tea to Brew in a Keurig machine I enjoy a cup of coffee when I sit and wait.

Naomi G.

I love this place !!!! I’ve been bringing my daughter here for about 8 or 9 years and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. You won’t regret it!

Savannah C.

They have a great friendly staff, Ashley is very attentive. Both my daughter and I come here for our dental needs. They make her feel comfortable and safe. I've had my wisdom teeth pulled and fillings done here. They make sure you don't feel any pain.

Brian M.

Great service such an awesome staff. I love the environment. I love how the staff makes mydaughter feel so comfortable. I will definitely come back!

Laura V.

My daughter just had dental work with Dr. Smith and assisting him was Juliet and Karla. Dr.Smith was great and so were Karla and Juliet very friendly my daughter did not feel anything awesome dental work and customer service and front office staff were very friendly and sufficient a great experience. I have been bringing my kids here for about 4 years.Bring your kids to this dental office located on Ingram.

Gina R.

I have switched dentists for my son a couple of times. I think we are sticking to this place, the staff is always friendly and very helpful. The dentist are thorough and patient. Great set up in the lobby.

Herlinda V.

My daughter and I believe we chose the right place for her braces. The employees are always so nice and helpful. I recommend smile structure on Ingram. Staff is professional with a smile aways on there faces.

Letty T.

My first visit & I loved how they were very patient & took there time to get my daughter to get comfortable since she gets very nervous she loved ot as well & can't wait to come back thanks to the staff!!!!! I would really recommend this place.

Jessica G.

Everyone was great! Sandra in billing is very informative of our options and took care of our needs during my sons procedure.

Leticia P.

Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces

✆ Phone Number: 210-572-2394