{"id":372,"date":"2022-08-15T14:33:10","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:33:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=372"},"modified":"2022-08-15T14:33:11","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:33:11","slug":"dental-bridge-lifespan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/dental-bridge-lifespan\/","title":{"rendered":"The Lifespan of a Dental Bridge: What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental bridges are sturdy, reliable tooth replacements. However, like any other kind of dental restoration, they can only stay in your mouth for so long before they need to be replaced. Exactly how long is the average dental bridge lifespan, and what can you do to extend said lifespan for as long as possible? Here is what you can normally expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Long Does a Dental Bridge Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is some disagreement among dental professionals regarding how long dental bridges can usually be expected to last. This is largely because there are so many variables that can affect the lifespan of the restoration. Your daily oral hygiene routine, your diet, and overall lifestyle can all influence how long a single dental bridge can stay in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Cleveland Clinic, you can typically expect a dental bridge to last at least 5 to 7 years. However, with the right maintenance, many dental bridges can last well over a decade. In other words, being proactive about taking good care of your dental bridge can help you get the maximum years of usage out of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Care for Your Dental Bridge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Caring for a fixed dental bridge isn\u2019t much different from taking care of natural teeth. Make sure you brush at least twice a day and clean between your teeth with dental floss. Bridges can\u2019t get cavities, but the same isn\u2019t true for the teeth supporting them; you need to make sure that the area around the bridge stays clean so that bacteria don\u2019t slip under the restoration and attack your natural dental structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also essential to protect your bridge from physical harm. Take note of any bad habits that might damage your bridge \u2013 such as chewing your fingernails or eating ice \u2013 and take steps to break them as soon as possible. You also need to be careful around sticky foods that could potentially pull your restoration off your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Is It Time to Get a New Bridge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no set time for when a dental bridge needs to be replaced. Your dentist will recommend that you get a new one as soon as the old one is no longer viable. Signs that you need a new dental bridge include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n