A dental bridge is essentially a false tooth that is secured on to one of the teeth next to it. They are fixed in place, so you don’t have to remove them. There are several different materials that bridges can be made from, and Kathryn will talk you through these so you can decide on the result you would like to achieve. There is also a choice to be made about the type of Bridge: • Conventional Fixed Bridge • Adhesive Bridge Conventional Fixed Bridge This is where a crown is placed on the neighbouring tooth to secure the false tooth. In order for this to be feasible, the tooth needs to have a small amount removed from all surfaces, so the crown fill fit neatly over the top. This may be a good option for you if the tooth next to the gap is already restored rather than an untreated tooth. Procedure • Assessment to ensure your teeth are suitable for treatment • An impression will be taken to allow a temporary crown to be made • Your tooth will be numbed if necessary • The tooth will be prepared for the new bridge • Impressions or a digital scan will be taken and sent to the dental technician for your new bridge to be constructed • A temporary crown will be made and placed until the next appointment • At the 2nd appointment, your tooth may be numbed if necessary and the temporary crown removed • Your new bridge will be tried in and checked for fit and appearance before being cemented into place Cost: From £1100 for a single tooth replacement bridge

These are much more conservative than conventional bridges and only require minimal if any preparation. They consist of a ‘wing’ which is bonded onto the back of the tooth adjacent to the missing tooth and are particularly useful at the front of the mouth. Ideally the tooth should not have been previously restored. Procedure • Assessment to ensure your teeth are suitable for treatment • Your tooth will be numbed if necessary • The tooth will be prepared in a minimal way for the new bridge • Impressions or a digital scan will be taken and sent to the dental lab for your new bridge to be constructed • At the 2nd appointment, your tooth may be numbed if necessary and the temporary crown removed • Your new bridge will be tried in and checked for fit and appearance before being cemented into place Cost: From £795

Dentures can be a great solution for a single tooth or multiple teeth, they are removable and consist of a false tooth or teeth held together on a base which may be made of acrylic or metal. Many people wear dentures, they can be made to look incredibly natural and can even mimic some natural features of your own teeth to enhance this. Kathryn will talk through your denture options if this is a treatment that may be of benefit to you. The construction of a good quality denture can take multiple steps to ensure that the fit, look and feel of the denture is just right for you. Kathryn will guide you through this process, making sure that you are involved every step of the way. Whether it is a new denture or a replacement denture, rest assured that Kathryn will help you to smile with confidence again. Cost: from £495