You’ve filled the gap in your smile with a custom dental bridge, and now you can smile with confidence and enjoy a delicious meal without hesitation. You no longer have to cover your mouth when you talk or feel embarrassed when you’re out with friends.
And because you’re so thrilled with the results, you want to make sure you do everything you can to make your bridge last as long as possible.
So, how do you properly care for and clean your dental bridge?
Bridge Care 101
Your dental bridge is attached to adjacent natural teeth, so it’s essential to pay careful attention to those teeth since they’re holding your bridge in place.
Here are some basic care tips for your bridge and natural teeth:
- Brushing — Using a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes. Consider an electric toothbrush for best results.
- Cleaning under your bridge — Because bacteria and food particles can easily get trapped under your bridge, you’ll need to use a floss threader or an interdental brush to gently clean between and underneath where your bridge meets your gums.
- Using a water flosser — A water flosser is a great way to clean along your gumline and flush out debris.
- Rinsing with mouthwash — To reduce bacteria in your mouth, it’s a good idea to rinse your mouth with antibacterial mouthwash.
- Avoiding damaging foods — You don’t want to break or loosen your bridge, so it’s best to avoid chewing on ice, nuts, or sticky candies.
- Seeing your dentist regularly — Make sure to visit your Pikesville dental office every six months for a routine exam and checkup. This allows us to examine your bridge and adjacent teeth and treat any issues before they worsen.
Dental Bridges Pikesville, MD
If you have a question or concern, or if you’d like to schedule an appointment with our caring dental team, we’re just a phone call away!
At Naylors Court Dental Partners, we’ll listen to your smile goals and concerns, answer your questions, and help you make an informed treatment decision.
You can reach us at (410) 267-3039.