“Do I need to go to a prosthodontist to have a bridge?”

A prosthodontist is a dentist who has had advanced training replacing missing teeth. Usually a prosthodontist takes a residency at a dental school that has an advanced program. A prosthodontist may have taken a series of tests and submitted specific projects to demonstrate his/her ability to design, fabricate and insert appliances to restore missing teeth. There are other dentists who have expanded their knowledge and have acquired skills to replace missing teeth. You have a choice to decide. You should consult with at least two or more dentists who specialize in replacing missing teeth. You will be given the professional opinion and design that each dentist believes will serve you best. You will be given the fee each specialist will charge. The choice will be up to you.

You can but you can also go to a general dentist

No. Most general dentists are comfortable doing simple bridge work. If you are concerned, just ask the dentist. I’m sure he or she will tell you if it’s something that is beyond the scope of their training.

Justin W. Ruffner, DDS

A Prosthodontist will do a terrific job restoring your mouth with a proper bridge. There are many general dentists who can do a bridge properly.

You don’t have to, a general dentist is able to do that for cheaper.

Not necessarily. Most experienced general dentists can handle placing a bridge.

Usually no, but I would strongly recommend you educate yourself about dental IMPLANTS before committing to any treatment, much more superior.