Dental Bridges in Deira, Dubai
Mid Town Dental Clinic in Deira, Dubai replaces missing teeth with fixed and Maryland dental bridges. Your bridge is planned by Dr. Iqra, our Medical Director and cosmetic dentist, who has about 14 years of experience.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth. It's made of a false tooth (called a pontic) held in place by crowns on the teeth either side of the gap (called abutment teeth). A fixed bridge is cemented in place, so only a dentist can remove it.
Why Replace a Missing Tooth?
Types of Bridges at Mid Town Dental Clinic
Fixed (Traditional) Bridge
The most common type of bridge. The teeth on each side of the gap are shaped and covered with crowns, which hold the false tooth between them. It suits most gaps where there are healthy teeth on both sides. From AED 299.
Maryland Bridge
A Maryland (resin-bonded) bridge uses small wings bonded to the back of the neighbouring teeth instead of full crowns, so less of your natural tooth is shaped. It's often used for a missing front tooth. From AED 799.
Implant-Supported Bridge
If you're missing several teeth in a row, a bridge can be supported by dental implants instead of natural teeth. The implants are placed by Dr. Nissy Susan Thomas, our oral surgeon and implantologist.
Bridge, Implant or Denture?
| Feature | Fixed bridge | Dental implant | Denture |
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Fixed or removable
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Fixed | Fixed | Removable |
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Effect on neighbouring teeth
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Neighbouring teeth are shaped for crowns | Neighbouring teeth aren't touched | Usually clips onto or rests against other teeth |
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Treatment time
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About 2–3 weeks, 3 visits | Several months, while the implant fuses with the jaw | 1-2 week |
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Starting price
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AED 299 | AED 2,999 per tooth | From AED 99 per tooth + AED 200 base (acrylic) |
How Getting a Bridge Works
- First visit: the area is numbed, the teeth either side of the gap are shaped for crowns, and an impression is taken. You leave with a temporary bridge.
- Second visit, 2–4 weeks later: the temporary bridge is removed and your permanent bridge is checked, adjusted and cemented in place. [CONFIRM the clinic's lab turnaround]
The neighbouring teeth are prepared for the wings and an impression is taken, then the bridge is fitted and bonded at the second visit.
An implant is placed in the jaw and left to fuse with the bone for 3–6 months before the bridge is attached. This takes several visits.
Going home for bakasyon? A fixed bridge needs 2–4 weeks between visits, so book your first appointment before you fly.
Living With Your Bridge
Eating
until you get used to your bridge, eat soft foods cut into small pieces. Avoid very hard or chewy foods, and don't chew ice or pens.
Cleaning
a bridge needs a little extra care, because food can collect under the false tooth.
- Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste.
- Clean under the bridge daily with threaded floss or a small interdental brush.
- Keep up regular check-ups and cleaning.
Bridge Prices and Payment
Maryland bridges start from AED 799 and fixed bridges from AED 299 per unite. Your final price depends on the type of bridge, the number of missing teeth and the material.
Dr. Iqra
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (University of Karachi)
- MFD, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
- About 14 years of experience
- DHA licence 13446419-002
Frequently Asked Questions
Dental bridges generally last 5 to 15 years. Cleaning under the bridge every day and keeping up regular check-ups helps it last longer.
The area is numbed with local anaesthetic before the neighbouring teeth are shaped, so you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure. Some sensitivity afterwards is common and usually settles.
A fixed bridge is cemented in place, so only a dentist can remove it. You can't take it out yourself.
A bridge is quicker, taking about 2–4 weeks, but the neighbouring teeth are shaped for crowns. An implant doesn't affect the neighbouring teeth, but it involves surgery and several months of healing. Your dentist will recommend one based on your teeth, health and budget.
A Maryland bridge is a resin-bonded bridge that holds a false tooth with small wings bonded to the back of the neighbouring teeth. Less natural tooth is shaped than with a traditional bridge, and it's often used to replace a front tooth.
Yes. A bridge should make chewing easier than with a gap. Start with soft foods cut into small pieces while you get used to it, and avoid very hard foods and ice.
Yes. Mid Town Dental Clinic accepts Tabby and Tamara, so you can split the cost of your bridge into smaller payments.
Book Your Bridge Consultation
Message us on WhatsApp or call, and tell us which tooth is missing. We'll book you in with Dr. Iqra.