Restorative Dentistry
Dental Bridges
Bridging gaps, restoring wholeness.
25,000+ patients served across our 3 offices
The Anthem approach
A missing tooth is more than a cosmetic gap — neighboring teeth drift, bites collapse, and chewing shifts to overworked areas. A bridge closes that gap with lifelike porcelain, anchored securely to the teeth or implants beside it.
Every bridge we place is custom-shaded and contoured so the replacement tooth emerges from the gumline as convincingly as the original did.
A traditional bridge anchors to crowned teeth on either side of the gap, while an implant-supported bridge anchors to one or more implants instead — sparing the neighboring teeth from being reshaped. We'll walk you through both, along with how each compares to a standalone implant, once we've evaluated the gap and the health of the teeth around it.
- Fixed in place — no removal, no adhesives
- Restores chewing and speech immediately
- Prevents drifting and bite collapse
- Implant-supported options that preserve neighboring teeth
Good to know
OfficeAvailable at all 3 offices
InsuranceIn-network with the major PPOs. Medi-Cal Dental & IEHP also accepted. Details
FinancingCareCredit & Sunbit — payments that fit your budget
New patients$125 exam & X-rays without insurance
What to expect
Your visit, step by step.
Evaluation of the gap and anchor teeth
Preparation and precise digital impressions
A well-fitted temporary while your bridge is crafted
Final bridge cemented, adjusted, and polished
FAQ
Dental Bridges — your questions, answered.
How long does a dental bridge last?
10–15 years on average, often longer with good hygiene — especially cleaning under the bridge with floss threaders or a water flosser.
Bridge or implant — which is better?
Implants preserve neighboring teeth and bone and last longer; bridges are faster and avoid surgery. We'll lay out both honestly for your situation.
Does getting a bridge hurt?
No — preparation is done under complete local anesthesia, and most patients adapt to the finished bridge within days.
How do I clean under a dental bridge?
Because the replacement tooth sits just above the gum, you clean beneath it with a floss threader or a water flosser. It takes an extra moment a day and is the single biggest factor in how long a bridge lasts.
What types of bridges are there?
Traditional bridges anchor to a crowned tooth on each side of the gap; implant-supported bridges anchor to implants instead, sparing the neighboring teeth. We recommend based on the gap and the health of the teeth around it.
Will a bridge change how I eat or speak?
It restores both. A missing tooth shifts chewing and can affect certain sounds; a well-fitted bridge brings them back, and most patients adjust within a few days.
Does insurance cover a dental bridge?
Most PPO plans cover part of the cost of a bridge to replace a missing tooth. We verify your benefits and give you a clear estimate before treatment begins.
New to Anthem Dental?
What to expect before you book
If you have not been to one of our offices before, what happens at a first visit walks through the whole appointment step by step — what we look at, what it costs, and what we will never do without telling you first. Walk-ins are welcome at every office, though calling ahead means less waiting.
Dental Bridges is performed in-house, so nothing here is referred out to a stranger across town. Meet the team who would be treating you, and read how the practice works if you want the fuller picture. We are in-network with the major PPO plans and also accept Medi-Cal Dental (Denti-Cal) and IEHP — see the full list and what it means for your bill.
Choose whichever office is easiest for you: all 3 are here, each with its own hours, parking and directions.
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Ask us about dental bridges — no pressure, ever.
Comprehensive exam and full digital X-rays for new patients without insurance. New patients only. Dental emergencies welcome — we do our best to see you quickly.