Replace Missing Teeth. Keep the Healthy Ones
An implant bridge uses just two titanium implants to support a row of three or more connected crowns. It fills the gap permanently, preserves your bone, and leaves every healthy tooth untouched.
Fewer Implants Needed
Two implants replace 3 to 5 teeth
Free Consultation
3D scan and treatment plan included
Most Insurance Accepted
We verify your benefits for you
How can we help you?
Tell us about your situation, and we will show you the best path forward.
Understanding Implant Bridges
Two implants. Three or more teeth. One permanent result
When you are missing several teeth in a row, replacing each one individually with its own implant is not always necessary. An implant bridge places two titanium implants at either end of the gap, and a bridge of three or more connected crowns spans between them.
The result is a fixed, permanent restoration that looks and functions like natural teeth. You brush and floss it normally, eat whatever you like, and never remove it.
Unlike a traditional bridge, an implant bridge does not require grinding down any healthy teeth. And because the implants stimulate your jawbone, the bone at the gap does not shrink over time.
Key facts
Are You a Candidate?
Most patients with a row of missing teeth qualify
Your free consultation includes a 3D scan that shows us the bone at each end of the gap and helps us plan the ideal implant positions.
You may be a good candidate if
- You are missing three or more teeth in a row
- You have adequate bone at both ends of the gap
- You want a permanent, fixed replacement that does not come out
- You do not want to grind down healthy neighboring teeth for a traditional bridge
- You are frustrated with a removable partial denture
You may need additional steps if
- You have significant bone loss and may need grafting first
- The gap is very long (six or more teeth) and may need more implants
- You have uncontrolled gum disease that needs treatment first
- Adjacent teeth also need restoration and could serve as bridge anchors
- You have certain medical conditions that affect healing
Why Choose an Implant Bridge
Six reasons to choose an implant bridge
Replace multiple teeth with fewer implants
Instead of one implant per missing tooth, just two implants support a bridge of 3 to 5 crowns. That means less surgery, less cost, and less healing time.
Preserves your jawbone
The implants at each end stimulate the bone, preventing the shrinkage that happens when teeth are missing. Your facial structure stays intact.
No healthy teeth sacrificed
A traditional bridge grinds down two perfectly good teeth to act as anchors. An implant bridge stands on its own, so every healthy tooth stays untouched.
Permanent and fixed
An implant bridge is cemented or screwed in place. It does not come out. You treat it exactly like your natural teeth.
Looks completely natural
The crowns are shade-matched to your surrounding teeth and shaped to follow your natural gum line. Most people cannot tell where the bridge is.
Easy to clean and maintain
Brush normally, use a floss threader or water flosser under the bridge, and attend your regular checkups. That is all it takes.
Implant Bridge vs. Alternatives
How an implant bridge compares
A traditional bridge works well when the anchor teeth already need crowns. A partial denture is the most affordable starting point. When preserving bone and protecting healthy teeth matters most, an implant bridge is the strongest long-term choice.
The Process
What to expect, step by step
From your first visit to your final bridge fitting, here is how an implant bridge works at Peterborough Family Dental.
Consultation and 3D Planning
We take a 3D CBCT scan to measure the bone at each end of the gap and plan the ideal implant positions. You leave knowing exactly what to expect, what it will cost, and what your insurance covers.
- About 45 minutes
- 3D CBCT scan
- Treatment plan
- Written quote
Cost & Insurance
Fewer implants often means a lower total cost
Because an implant bridge uses just two implants to replace three or more teeth, the total cost is typically less than placing an individual implant for each missing tooth. You get the same permanent, bone-preserving result with fewer procedures.
Many dental insurance plans cover a portion of implant and bridge costs. We verify your benefits before your appointment and give you a fully itemized quote so there are no surprises.
Your free consultation includes
A 3D scan, treatment plan, insurance verification, and itemized quote. At no cost.
- Many dental plans cover a portion of implant bridge costs
- CareCredit financing with manageable monthly payments
- Clear written quote before any treatment begins
We Verify Your Benefits First
We check your dental insurance and give you the numbers in writing before any treatment begins.
CareCredit and Flexible Financing
Spread the cost over monthly payments that fit your budget.
Transparent Itemized Quotes
Every cost is listed clearly so you can make an informed decision.
Your questions, answered
Plain answers from our Peterborough team: no jargon, no pressure.
- New patients welcome
- Most insurance accepted
- CareCredit financing available
An implant bridge is a fixed dental restoration that uses two titanium implants to support a row of three or more connected crowns. The implants are placed at either end of the gap, and the bridge spans between them. It looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth.
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Implant Bridge Consultation
Talk with Dr. Abdel-Rahim about filling the gap. We will take a 3D scan, walk you through your options, and give you a clear, itemized quote. No cost, no pressure, no obligation.
- New patients welcome
- Most insurance accepted