Matthew Bell
Best dental practice we’ve ever had. Had a string of disappointments over the years and Pearly Whites is so well organised and professional.
Dental Bridges in Fulham
A fixed, natural-looking way to replace one or more missing teeth, with no surgery, handcrafted by Corus Tusk in Marylebone.
- From £1,050 per unit, with 0% finance available
- Handcrafted by Corus Tusk, a leading Marylebone laboratory
- Fixed in place: nothing to take out at night
- No surgery, and ready in about two weeks
- Honest advice on whether a bridge, implant or denture suits you best
4.6 from 300+ Google reviewsFamily-run practice on Munster Road, SW6
At a glance
Bridges at Pearly Whites
- Made by
- Corus Tusk, a leading cosmetic and restorative laboratory in Marylebone
- Materials
- e.max or zirconia, shade-matched to your teeth
- Visits
- Two, about two weeks apart
- Lifespan
- Usually 10 to 15 years or more with good care
What is a bridge?
Bridging the gap
A bridge replaces a missing tooth with a false tooth (called a pontic) that’s held in place by the teeth next to the gap. Most often, those teeth are fitted with crowns, joined to the false tooth, so the whole bridge is fixed in place in one piece.
Each tooth in the bridge, whether a crown or a false tooth, is called a unit. So a bridge replacing one missing tooth, supported by a crown either side, is a three-unit bridge. Once it’s fitted, it looks and feels like your own teeth, and you brush it like them too.
Types of bridge
The right bridge for the gap
Conventional bridge
The false tooth is held by crowns on the teeth either side of the gap. Strong and long-lasting, and ideal when those teeth already have large fillings or crowns.
Cantilever bridge
The false tooth is supported from one side only, so only one neighbouring tooth needs a crown.
Adhesive (Maryland) bridge
The false tooth has a thin wing that’s bonded to the back of a neighbouring tooth, so little or no drilling is needed. Often used for front teeth.
Implant bridge
For several missing teeth in a row, a bridge can be fixed onto dental implants instead of your own teeth.
Dental implants →Made by Corus Tusk
Handcrafted in Marylebone
Every bridge is made by Corus Tusk, a leading cosmetic and restorative laboratory in Marylebone, whose ceramists handcraft each one and shade-match it to your teeth, so it blends in with your smile.
We usually recommend e.max, a glass ceramic that lets light through like natural enamel, for front and visible teeth, and zirconia, which is exceptionally strong, for back teeth.
Your options
Bridges, implants and dentures compared
A bridge is one of three ways to replace a missing tooth. We’ll always talk you through all of them, honestly.
| Feature | Bridge | Dental implant | Partial denture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost for one missing tooth | From £3,150 (three units) | From £3,295 | From £825, for one or several teeth |
| Surgery | None | Yes | None |
| Fixed or removable | Fixed | Fixed | Removable |
| Neighbouring teeth | Usually shaped for crowns to hold the bridge | Left untouched | Clasps rest on them |
| Time to your new tooth | About two weeks | Usually 3 to 6 months | As few as two appointments |
| Best for | When the teeth either side already need crowns, or you’d rather avoid surgery | The most natural replacement, keeping your other teeth intact | Replacing several teeth affordably |
Find out more about dental implants and dentures.
Is a bridge right for me?
When a bridge is a good choice
Your neighbouring teeth need crowns anyway
If the teeth either side of the gap are heavily filled or already crowned, a bridge protects them and replaces the missing tooth at the same time.
Crowns →You’d rather avoid surgery
A bridge needs no surgery and no healing time, so it’s a good option if an implant isn’t for you.
You want it done quickly
Your bridge is usually fitted about two weeks after your teeth are prepared, rather than the months an implant can take.
An implant isn’t suitable
For example, if there isn’t enough bone for an implant and you’d prefer not to have a bone graft.
Your treatment
Your bridge, step by step
Consultation
We examine the gap and the teeth around it, take X-rays and talk you through a bridge, an implant and a denture, with the costs of each.
Preparation
We numb the supporting teeth and gently shape them, then take a 3D scan.
Your temporary bridge
We fit a temporary bridge, so you’re never without a tooth while yours is made.
Made by Corus Tusk
Their ceramists handcraft your bridge, shade-matched to your teeth, usually within two weeks.
Fitting
We cement your bridge in place, check your bite and show you how to clean underneath it.
Looking after your bridge
Keeping your bridge healthy
Clean underneath
Food can collect under the false tooth, so clean there every day with a floss threader, special floss or small interdental brushes. We’ll show you how.
Brush twice a day
Brush your bridge like your natural teeth, paying attention to where it meets the gum.
Regular hygiene visits
Your hygienist keeps the gums around your bridge healthy and cleans where you can’t reach.
Hygiene visits →Check-ups
We check your bridge and the teeth supporting it, so any problem is caught early.
Costs
Bridge prices
- Bridgework (per unit)From £87.50 a month with 0% financePearlyPlan members save 10%From £1,050
- Three-unit bridge (replacing one tooth)From £262.50 a month with 0% financePearlyPlan members save 10%From £3,150
Bridges are often covered in part by dental insurance: see using your dental insurance.
Reviews
What our patients say
jay
Best dental practive in area..✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️
Nicola Gerhard
Always made to feel valued as a patient, Dr Lia is a wonderful dentist.
john hill
Dr Lia and Nurse Shukri
Practice manager Zahra were all wonderful- I actually look forward to coming to the dentist. All so kind & competent & happy.
Justin Thomas
What a wonderful team! I can’t recommend the Invisalign treatment highly enough in the hands of this capable team. Thank you for all you’ve done over the last few months. A very happy client!
Questions
Dental bridge FAQs
How much does a dental bridge cost?
Bridges are from £1,050 per unit. A three-unit bridge, replacing one tooth with a crown either side, is from £3,150, or from £262.50 a month with 0% finance. PearlyPlan members save 10%.
What is a unit?
Each tooth in the bridge, whether a crown on a supporting tooth or a false tooth, is one unit.
Is a bridge or an implant better?
An implant leaves your neighbouring teeth untouched and is usually the most natural replacement. A bridge needs no surgery and is quicker, and is a good choice when the teeth either side already need crowns. We’ll talk you through both honestly.
Who makes your bridges?
Corus Tusk, a leading cosmetic and restorative laboratory in Marylebone, whose ceramists handcraft every bridge.
How long does it take?
Two visits, about two weeks apart. You’ll have a temporary bridge in between.
Does it hurt?
We numb the teeth before we prepare them, so you shouldn’t feel pain. They may feel a little sensitive for a few days afterwards.
How long do bridges last?
Usually 10 to 15 years or more with good care and regular check-ups.
How do I clean under a bridge?
With a floss threader, special floss or small interdental brushes, every day. We’ll show you how at your fitting.
Can a bridge replace more than one tooth?
Yes, depending on the size of the gap and the strength of the supporting teeth. For longer gaps, a bridge fixed on implants may be better.
What if I don’t replace a missing tooth?
The teeth either side can drift or tip into the gap, and the tooth opposite can over-erupt, which can affect your bite and make the teeth harder to clean.
Ready to fill the gap?
Book a consultation, and we’ll talk you through a bridge, an implant and a denture, so you can choose what’s right for you.
