Clean the teeth and the space beneath them

Brush the visible teeth and gumline using the method we demonstrate. Food and plaque can collect beneath a full-arch bridge, so cleaning only the outside is not enough. We recommend tools that fit the space beneath your particular restoration, such as a suitable interdental aid or water flosser.

Keep your maintenance visits

We provide maintenance cleanings for our fixed bridge patients. At follow-up visits, we assess the bridge, supporting tissues, bite, and attachment components. A detachable bridge may be removed by the dental team as part of its maintenance plan; do not attempt to remove it yourself.

Know when to call

Contact us about bleeding that persists, swelling, pain, a bad taste, a fractured tooth on the bridge, or a change in stability. A bridge that feels secure can still need attention around the supporting implants. Your home-care instructions and follow-up schedule are specific to your restoration.

Your next step at Freedom

Your free consultation includes a CBCT scan, a full treatment plan, and a financing discussion. Dr. Ackerman evaluates your bone, bite, health history, and goals. We use digital imaging and intraoral scanning to plan your care and explain your options clearly.