Fill the gap from a missing tooth with a custom dental bridge, planned and placed at our Armitage Avenue office.
An empty space in your smile rarely stays a simple gap. Over time, nearby teeth can tilt into the opening, and chewing on that side starts to feel awkward. A dental bridge fills the space with a natural-looking tooth anchored to its neighbors, so your smile can feel whole again.
Cityview Dental Arts, the Dental Group of Chicago office on Armitage Avenue, offers bridges as part of our cosmetic dentistry in Bucktown. Our team plans, prepares, and places your bridge in the same office, so you can move from exam to final fitting without bouncing between providers.
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth in a row. The pontic is the artificial tooth filling the gap, and the abutments are the crowns or supports holding it in place. The whole unit is cemented to the teeth beside the space, so it does not come out like a denture.
Some tooth loss is common in adulthood. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, adults ages 20 to 64 have an average of about 26 remaining teeth out of a full set of 32. A bridge is one of several ways to restore that kind of gap.
Dr. Bock founded Cityview Dental Arts and continues to treat patients from the Bucktown office today. His long history in the neighborhood means many patients have trusted him with their care for years, now backed by the resources of Dental Group of Chicago.
A bridge works best when the teeth beside the gap are healthy enough to serve as anchors. Ask about one if any of these sound familiar.
If a tooth still needs to come out first, tooth extraction in Bucktown can be handled in our office, and your bridge can be planned around healing.
Our Bucktown dentists choose a design based on where the gap is, how many teeth are missing, and the health of nearby teeth.
Crowns cover the teeth on both sides of the gap, with the pontic between them. It is the most common design and a sturdy choice for back teeth.
This bridge is anchored to a crown on one side only. It may be used when just one side of the space has a healthy tooth.
Small wings bonded to the backs of the neighboring teeth hold this bridge instead of full crowns. The design preserves more natural tooth structure and is often used for front teeth.
When several teeth in a row are missing, implants can serve as the anchors. Healthy teeth stay untouched, though a surgical step and healing period come first.
A traditional bridge usually takes two visits a few weeks apart. First, we numb the area and reshape the anchor teeth to hold the same restoration we use for dental crowns in Bucktown. Digital scans capture your bite, and a temporary bridge protects the teeth while the lab crafts your permanent one.
At the second visit, we check the fit and shade of your new bridge and adjust your bite before cementing it. Mild sensitivity for a few days is common, and most patients return to their routine right away.
Both options replace missing teeth, but they work differently. A bridge relies on the teeth next to the gap, so it can often be finished in a few weeks without surgery. An implant replaces the root with a post in the jawbone and leaves neighboring teeth alone, though it typically needs several months to heal.
If the teeth beside your gap are healthy and you would rather leave them alone, single-tooth dental implants in Bucktown may be worth considering. Dental Group of Chicago is a Top Implant Provider for 2025. The choice between dental implants and traditional solutions often comes down to bone health, timeline, and budget.
A bridge cannot decay, but the anchor teeth and gums around it can. Brush twice a day and clean under the pontic daily with a floss threader, water flosser, or small interdental brush, because food tends to collect there.
Skip chewing ice or hard candy, which can chip the porcelain. Regular cleanings let our team check the seal around each crown and the health of the supporting teeth. With steady care at home and in the office, a bridge can last for many years.
Bridge costs depend on the type, the number of teeth involved, and the materials used. Before treatment, our team reviews your dental coverage with you and explains what your plan may contribute toward the bridge and its supporting crowns.
Cherry financing can split the remaining balance into monthly payments that fit your budget. New patients without dental insurance can also begin with a $99 visit that includes an initial cleaning, a comprehensive exam, and a full set of digital X-rays.
Dr. Jerome Bock founded Cityview Dental Arts and still treats patients at our Bucktown office, now with the support of Dental Group of Chicago. Our team handles exams, extractions, crowns, and bridges in-house, so you rarely need a referral for tooth replacement in Bucktown.
Evening hours until 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday make both bridge visits easier to fit around work. Our comfort menu adds heated blankets, neck pillows, Netflix, fresh fruit, and a coffee bar to help you relax in the chair.
Many bridges last ten years or longer with good care, though lifespan varies from person to person. Daily cleaning under the bridge and regular checkups help protect the anchor teeth it depends on.
We numb the area before preparing the anchor teeth, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Some mild sensitivity or gum tenderness is normal for a few days afterward.
A floss threader, water flosser, or small interdental brush can reach the space under the artificial tooth. We show you the technique at your fitting so it becomes an easy part of your routine.
Yes, most patients chew comfortably once they adjust to the new bridge, usually within a few days. Avoiding very hard or sticky foods helps protect the porcelain and the cement seal.
Your bridge is shaded and shaped to blend with the teeth around it. We check the color and fit in person before the bridge is cemented in place.
A bridge most often replaces one to three missing teeth in a row. Longer gaps may call for an implant-supported bridge or another tooth replacement option.
It depends on the health of your neighboring teeth, your bone, and your timeline. Our dentists review your scans and X-rays and walk you through both options before you decide.
Many dental plans contribute toward bridges when they replace a missing tooth. Our team reviews your coverage with you before treatment, and Cherry financing is available for any remaining balance.
Our Bucktown office, Cityview Dental Arts, is located at 2232 W. Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647.
Cityview Dental Arts is open Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Use any Book Appointment button on this page to choose a time online, and our team will confirm your visit. New patients are always welcome.
A missing tooth does not have to change how you eat, speak, or smile. Cityview Dental Arts brings the planning and placement of your bridge under one roof on Armitage Avenue, with evening hours and the backing of Dental Group of Chicago.
Whether you lost a tooth recently or have lived with a gap for years, a custom bridge may help you close it and protect the teeth around it. Reach out to our Bucktown team to schedule your dental bridge consultation.
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