There are two different fixed options to resolve tooth loss; Dental Bridgework or Dental Implants. Dental Bridgework uses dental crowns either side of the gap and a porcelain tooth fixed in the gap constructed so that it joins seamlessly onto the two crowns to give the appearance that the tooth (teeth) are not missing. This provides the patient with a life-like solution to tooth loss. It is often the ideal treatment if the teeth either side of the missing tooth (teeth) are heavily restored or already crowned.

Professor Tipton has extensive experience of resolving tooth loss with various bridgework techniques, whether it be for one or more teeth and has written a series of articles for The Journal of Private Dentistry on the subject (available on request).

This lady was unhappy about her front bridge. She thought it looked too yellow, not natural and too short, giving a flat smile. A new bridge was made with larger more natural teeth to give a beautiful smile.