Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Dental Bridges

As the world becomes increasingly aware of its environmental impact, sustainability is a pressing issue in every industry, including dental care. At Indiana Emergency Dental, we look for greener options in most things, including the materials used in dental bridges in Indianapolis, IN.

What Makes a Dental Bridge Sustainable?

There are two primary aspects in the creation of dental bridges that potentially impact the environment: materials and processing.

Sustainable Materials

For a material to be sustainable, it must be biocompatible or recyclable. Dentists have a variety of options when it comes to materials in both bridges and the posts that hold them in place. Zirconia, for example, is a ceramic, biocompatible material that can reduce the need for metal posts. Even if a metal such as titanium is the best choice, it is recyclable.

Biodental composites are becoming increasingly common for prosthetic teeth used in bridges as well. They are similar to traditional dental composites but come from natural sources. They also look and feel like regular teeth.

Digital Processing

One of the most significant eco-friendly upgrades to dental bridges is the use of digital processing. Using digital scanning and CAD software eliminates the need for a mold for your teeth.

Through digital processing, the scanner and software create more accurate designs for the dental bridge. That design is sent to another software program, which eventually directs it to a 3D printer, which fabricates the bridge.

Digital processing streamlines the process for same-day delivery as well. That means faster and even same-day restorations.

Benefits of Sustainable Dental Bridges

The crossover to sustainable dental bridges benefits both the practice and the patient. With a sustainable bridge, you enjoy:

• Eco-friendly materials with no exposure to toxins and harsh chemicals
• Fewer invasive dental procedures

The practice has lower operational costs, which we can pass on to our patients. We also do our part to reduce waste and conserve environmental resources.

If there is a dental bridge in your future, make it a sustainable one. Give our office a call today and set up an appointment with our dentist in Indianapolis, IN.