Fill the Gaps and Restore Your Smile at Southwest Dental Center
Missing teeth can affect more than your appearance – they can impact your speech, ability to chew, and even the alignment of your remaining teeth. At Southwest Dental Center, we offer custom dental bridges designed to restore both the function and beauty of your smile.
Call us today at 260-444-5728 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Dr. Rita George of Southwest Dental Center provides dental bridges to replace one or more missing teeth to restore function and aesthetics.
Dr. Stuaffer crafts natural-looking, durable bridges customized to your smile.
The bridge process involves preparing adjacent teeth and securely placing a custom-made bridge.
Aftercare is important for the success of dental bridges, including brushing and flossing daily and regular dental check-ups.
A dental bridge is a restoration that “bridges” the gap created by one or more missing teeth. It’s anchored in place using the natural teeth (or crowns) on either side of the gap, with a lifelike replacement tooth or teeth in between.
At Southwest Dental Center, our dental bridges are made from strong, tooth-colored materials that look and feel natural, giving you back your confidence and your bite.
Dr. Rita George may recommend a bridge if you:
Are missing one or more teeth in a row
Want a non-removable option that’s more affordable than implants
Prefer a quicker solution to restore your smile
Need to prevent your remaining teeth from shifting out of alignment
Every patient is different, and we’ll help you decide if a dental bridge is your best path forward.
Getting a bridge at Southwest Dental Center is a straightforward process:
Consultation & Prep: We evaluate your needs and prepare the anchoring teeth (or place crowns if needed).
Impressions: We take precise impressions to create your custom-fit bridge.
Placement: Once your bridge is ready, we fit and secure it, making any adjustments for comfort and bite.
We take pride in making the process comfortable, efficient, and tailored to your goals.
To keep your bridge strong and your mouth healthy:
Brush and floss around the bridge daily (we’ll show you how)
Avoid chewing hard or sticky foods on the bridge
Visit Southwest Dental Center for routine exams and cleanings
With good care, a bridge can last 10+ years—and keep your smile looking and functioning beautifully.
Let the trusted team at Southwest Dental Center help you feel great about your smile again. Call us today at 260-444-5728 to book your appointment. For more information, visit our Contact Us page.
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Gary LymanJune 4, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything was handled professionally. KixadMay 15, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The people at Southwest Dental Center are wonderful, they handled my anxiety very well. I would definitely recommend it if you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere, they are very kind there. Jonah WallickMay 9, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Couldn't be happier. The staff was incredibly friendly. I broke a tooth, needed extracting,called in, and got very lucky with timing. In no time, they had me in and and out. I'm not a fan of dental work, but we were cracking jokes the entire time and we're very comforting. For the first time in years, I haven't had tooth pain, and I couldn't recommend them more. joan bowersApril 28, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent care from their whitening technician. Highly recommend this business. Anthony RobinsonApril 25, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a last minute dental emergency., and they got me in within 30 minutes after I called. Great service. I was very impressed. Shan NonApril 23, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceptional place! I've been to many dentists in my life and this place is TOP tier! Kind, friendly, down to earth, sense of humor staff. 🩷 Dr. George is FANTASTIC! They helped me with an emergency and truly care about your follow ups. 🩷 Most dentists have left me feeling uncertain about my care and have even messed me up. This place fixed my issues and I'm for ever grateful. 🙏 🩷