Dental Bridges

Dental bridges are both aesthetic and functional saviors. Dental bridges are designed by fixing one or more missing teeth to the surrounding natural teeth or implants by placing dental crowns. These artificial tooth or teeth, called pontics, are planned to serve your natural bite and tooth alignment.

Dental bridges are restorative dental devices used to replace a missing tooth. Dental bridges consist of a series of artificial teeth that are attached to the support teeth, and these artificial teeth are placed in the area of the missing tooth to fill the gap. The bridge is usually fixed based on the supporting teeth, so it cannot be removed by patients.

Purposes of Use:

• When one or several teeth are missing.
• Filling the cavities after tooth extraction.
• Closing gaps in the tooth alignment.
• It prevents possible facial sagging caused by tooth loss.
• It fills the spaces left by missing teeth, preventing bone regression and helping to maintain the jawline.

• Individuals with Missing Teeth:

  Dental bridges are particularly suitable for individuals with one or more missing teeth. Whether the deficiency is caused by injury, decay, or natural causes, bridges offer a comprehensive solution. Dental bridges prevent bone problems and unaesthetic appearances that can be caused by missing teeth.

• Healthy Neighboring Natural Teeth:

  Traditional dental bridges rely on adjacent natural teeth for support. Therefore, dental bridge candidates must have healthy teeth on both sides of the cavity. These support teeth are prepared to anchor the dental crowns that fix the artificial teeth in place. If you do not have healthy neighboring teeth, you can replace them with implants and provide an abutment for dental bridges. Dental implants not only prevent bone regression but also save you the cost of more implants by providing the basis for other dental bridges.

• Patients Seeking a Fixed Solution:

  Dental bridges offer a fixed and permanent solution for tooth replacement. Individuals who do not want to replace their existing healthy tooth roots with implants or who are not yet ready for this can complete their missing teeth with dental bridges using healthy tooth roots.

• Unsuitable Ones for Dental Implants:

  Dental implants require sufficient bone density for successful integration.
  Individuals who do not have sufficient bone density should undergo bone grafting treatment before the implant.
  Individuals with insufficient bone density or certain medical conditions that may prevent them from undergoing implant surgery may find dental bridges a more convenient and less invasive option.

• Budget Considerations:

  Dental bridges can be a more affordable option compared to dental implants.
  For individuals who have budget constraints or are looking for an effective yet affordable solution, bridges offer a durable and aesthetically pleasing alternative to tooth replacement.

• Patients with Good Oral Health:

  Ideal candidates for dental bridges should have good oral health. The support teeth to be crowned should not have significant caries or gum disease. Good oral health is the key to the longevity of dental bridges.

• Aesthetic Enhancement Request:

  In addition to restoring functionality, dental bridges also contribute significantly to the cosmetic enhancement of a smile.
  Patients who prioritize not only the replacement of missing teeth but also the improvement of their overall smile aesthetics often find dental bridges a suitable solution.

Events from all countries of the world are hosted, especially since the cost of health care is almost a quarter of the cost of healthcare compared to many countries in the world, as in the European Union countries, England, America, Canada and Australia. At the same time, it is supported in many countries in the field of health in terms of systemic improvement and training qualified personnel. Dental treatment is among the highest quality health services you can receive in Turkey.

As Best Self Club, a big decision has been made to travel abroad for dental treatment. The entire process, from free accommodation before payment for dental treatment in Turkey, to booking your flight ticket, from accommodation to accommodation, from emergency accommodation during and after the operation to urban and domestic excursions, is stopped in the most comfortable way possible for you. Now let's take a look at all the steps in the process:
 

1.  Step: Online Consultation
   
   The journey begins with a simple but very important step - your online consultation. You can easily start the process from the comfort of your own home. We have no hesitation in sharing completely transparent information with our patients throughout the entire process.
   
   When you apply to us as Best Self Club for the dental treatment you decide to have, the process starts with sending your own dental photographs, medical history and X-Ray images, if any. Our experienced dentist staff will isolate and examine your problems and recommend the appropriate technique and treatment plan for you.
   
   It will inform you about which dental treatments can meet your expectations and which ones you can treat perfectly, and you will be able to share your goals and expectations during this meeting. You can create video meetings with your medical advisors and make sure your needs are fully understood. Best Self Club features open communication and complete transparency.
   
   Your personalized treatment plan After reviewing all the details, you can get detailed information about the dental treatments recommended by your dentist.
    
2. Step: Travel Decision
   
   He develops your personalized treatment plan and guides you through the process of traveling to Turkey once you decide to proceed. If you wish, your flight reservation can be made for you by our team, or they will provide you with detailed guidance on suitable dates. When it comes to teeth, the scenarios can be multiple and you may need your local guidance in the medical environment on how many days you should stay in Turkey. Additionally, our Visa Consultants offer all features for visa passport holders for a smooth transition.
   
   5-star accommodation is expected in the most popular areas of Istanbul for a comfortable and homely experience throughout your visit. You can discuss your hotel preferences and the details you need with the planning system.
   
   At Best Self Club, you will feel welcomed and cared for from the moment you take off upon your arrival in Turkey. A warm welcome awaits you and its atmosphere is ready to make your transition to the clinic smooth and stress-free. Your private driver will be waiting for you at the airport from the moment you land and will take you to your luxury accommodation. You can feel comfortable before your hair transplant surgery and rest assured that every detail of your journey is taken care of.
    
3. Step: Dental Treatment Process
   
   During your first visit to the clinic, you will have pre-operative panoramic x-ray scans and an examination by your dentist to finalize your predetermined treatment. Every day of your dental treatment, your private chauffeur will pick you up from your hotel and bring you to the clinic. You will have a face-to-face consultation with our dentist and specialists to get a handle on the last few minutes before your scheduled dental treatment and to ensure that you are fully prepared for the treatment services.
   
   Your dental treatments will be provided by our expert dental surgeons and units.
   
   Best Self Clinic is that everyone emerges as unique individuals with different characteristics. The application of this condition, the treatments and the details of the treatments may vary from person to person. You will be informed by our logistics team of a designated treatment plan and designated clinic visit days. 
   Because when you read, if you travel, you can enjoy your travels without any problems.
    
4. Step: Control Day
   
   The outcome of your dental treatment is not a problem for us. At your last check-up, your specialist dentist listened with great interest to the necessary adjustments and your feedback. At Best Self Club, you can build the beginning of patient-doctor relationships that will last for many years, with an art that goes beyond dentistry, on your last check-up day.
    
5.  Step: Journey Home
   
   After completing your amazing dental treatment and care at Best Self Club, you will be safely departed with your private driver to the air conditioning for your return home. Your best self is waiting for you!
    

• Traditional Bridge:

  In the traditional dental bridge approach, artificial teeth (pontics) are designed that are fixed together by dental crowns placed on adjacent natural teeth, also known as abutment teeth. Crowns and pontics are fixed together as a single unit and a bridge is created to replace the missing tooth.

• Cantilever Bridge:

  A cantilever bridge is a type of dental restoration consisting of artificial teeth attached to dental crowns. Compared to the traditional bridge approach, the artificial tooth is fixed to the dental crown on one side only, while the other side is left unsupported. Cantilever bridges are usually used to replace missing teeth in the back of the mouth where less bite force is applied.

• Maryland Bridge:

  In the Maryland or resin-bonded dental bridge technique, one or more missing teeth are bonded to the back surfaces of neighboring teeth even with the help of a metal skeleton and receive support from there. By this method, most of the natural tooth structures are preserved as there is minimal or sometimes no preparation required for the neighboring teeth. It is less invasive than other methods. Maryland bridges are a more successful method in anterior tooth deficiencies where chewing forces are less.

• Implant-supported bridge:

  Implant-supported bridges are a technique used to treat multiple missing teeth by fixing artificial teeth to dental implants.
  Due to the nature of the technique, it offers multiple advantages: The bridge does not require the compatibility and necessity of neighboring natural teeth. In this way, a more stable and stronger result is obtained as the bridge will receive its support from the implant. It prevents bone loss and does not cause bone regression in the jaw, since the bone competence in the implant area is either natural or improved by bone grafting. In addition, implant-supported bridges reduce the stress on the teeth by evenly distributing the chewing force, as it receives its support from the strong structure of the implant. This also results in longer-lasting and more durable bridges.

1. Consultation

   After your online consultation, detailed oral imaging and dental examination will be performed to confirm your suitability for dental bridges and to determine which dental bridge is right for you. During this physical consultation, you can share your questions and concerns with your dentist. You can create a treatment plan in cooperation with your dentist in line with your expectations. This outlines the type of dental bridge proposed, the number of pontic (artificial) teeth and the preparation required for adjacent teeth or implants to support the bridge. Your dentist will inform you about this treatment plan in detail so that you are aware of every step. They can warn you about possible scenarios and will make sure you are prepared for everything.

2. Tooth Preparation

   Preparation of the abutment teeth:  Preparation of the abutment teeth: If a traditional dental bridge is planned, the adjacent teeth on either side of the gap (abutment teeth) are prepared. This involves removing a small amount of enamel to make room for the dental crowns that will anchor the bridge. As a tribute to natural teeth, the enamel is removed with the least invasive methods as possible. The dentist's goal is to create as strong an abutment as possible for future bridges, but also to ensure that no more enamel is removed from your own teeth than necessary.

3. Measurements: Precise measurements of the prepared teeth are taken. These measurements serve as a blueprint for the dental laboratory to create a customized bridge.

4. Dental Bridge Fabrication

   Measurements and specifications are sent to a dental laboratory where skilled technicians prepare the custom dental bridge. The bridge is typically made of materials such as porcelain, ceramic or a combination of materials for both aesthetics and durability. Your dentist will advise you about the material according to your current oral condition. Dental bridges will be designed by the laboratory with the material you decide on.

5. Final Placement

   Once the permanent bridge is ready, another visit is required so that your dentist can place the dental bridges. The dentist ensures that the bridge fits properly, aligns with the bite, and looks natural. With the feedback we receive from you, final rotations can be made to ensure that your mouth closure or dental bridges feel comfortable.

6. Cementation

   Once you have given your approval on the look and feeling of your dental bridges, your dentist will cement the final bridge to the prepared teeth or attach it to dental implants. Crowns on the abutment teeth or implant abutments fix the bridge in place.

Recovery Time in Dental Bridge Procedure

• Immediate Period (First 24-48 Hours):

  Dental bridges may vary according to the ancillary treatments they are planned with. If your dental bridges require tooth extraction or preparation, you may feel sensitivity for the first few days. If necessary, your dentist may prescribe painkillers to make this process comfortable. It usually takes a few days for your mouth to get used to the new bridge.

• First Week:

  You may feel mild discomfort for the first week after dental bridges, but this will gradually subside.

• First Couple of Weeks:

  Soft Food Diet: Follow a soft food diet in the first weeks.
  This not only ensures a smoother transition for your new smile but also supports a more comfortable recovery by minimizing the stress on your bridges.

• Oral Hygiene:

  Adopt a gentle oral hygiene routine. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, taking care of the bridges and the surrounding area. Your dentist may recommend a water dental flosser. It is very important to follow your dentist's hygiene instructions.

• Avoid Harmful Habits:

  Protect your radiant smile from stress and potential damage. Beware of habits such as nail biting, teeth grinding, and using your teeth as tools. This is a commitment to protect your precious investment in your new smile.

• Night Guards - For Teeth Clenching/Grinding:

  If you have a habit of clenching or grinding your teeth, your dentist may recommend a night guard to protect the bridge during sleep. Using night guards reduces the overload on bridges and protects them from possible damage.