Our glitzy, high-end practice in downtown San Francisco reflects the same architectural beauty we aim to achieve in every restoration. From gorgeous city views to warm, timely care, we deliver an elevated dental experience while honoring a legacy that began when this building opened its doors. As a go-to destination for top dental specialists, we don’t just bridge the gaps in your teeth; we bridge our services with those of other dental professionals so you can enjoy complete care. When we refer, we walk you to the door—because seamless care starts with connection.
More Than Just a Practice—A Downtown Dental Landmark
Our office doesn’t just sit in San Francisco—it’s part of the city’s fabric. We’ve served patients from this building since it opened, passing down clinical excellence through generations.
Bridges in San Francisco: Your Gateway to a Golden Smile
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a false tooth between two crowns placed on natural teeth or implants. These fixed restorations serve aesthetic and functional purposes, helping you eat, speak, and confidently smile.
Our team designs each bridge to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Using CBCT imaging, an intraoral scanner, and advanced planning software, we craft restorations that feel as good as they look. Whether you’ve lost a tooth due to decay, trauma, or gum disease, a dental bridge can reconnect your smile’s structure—like a bridge unites two shores.
Types of Dental Bridges We Offer
Every smile needs a custom solution. That’s why we offer a variety of bridge types and will help you choose the right one based on your goals, bite structure, and oral health.
- Traditional Fixed Bridges: The most common solution. We place crowns on the teeth adjacent to the gap and suspend a false tooth (or teeth) in between.
- Cantilever Bridges: For cases where only one adjacent tooth is available for support. Ideal in less load-bearing areas like front teeth.
- Resin-Bonded Bridges (Maryland Bridges): A more conservative option, usually for front teeth. These use a metal or porcelain framework bonded to the back of neighboring teeth.
Our Process for Dental Bridges in San Francisco
Step 1: Comprehensive Consultation
The dentist begins with a thorough exam and digital diagnostics. We use our CBCT scanner and intraoral imaging to assess your bone structure, gums, and remaining teeth. If a bridge fits your needs, we explain your treatment plan in detail—including financing options like CareCredit. At our practice, we speak Spanish and Japanese, so language never becomes a barrier to restoring your smile.
Step 2: Tooth Preparation and Impressions
We gently shape the neighboring teeth to support crowns, then take precise digital impressions. These scans go directly into our lab system, allowing us to design a bridge that fits beautifully and functions naturally.
Step 3: Temporary Bridge Placement
While your permanent bridge is in production, we place a temporary one that protects your teeth and maintains aesthetics. You’ll leave our office looking and feeling like yourself—no awkward gaps or discomfort.
Step 4: Final Placement
Once the lab delivers your custom bridge, we bond it into place. Before finalizing the restoration, the dentist checks every detail—fit, bite, color, and comfort. Our goal is a seamless, confident smile that performs like your natural teeth.
Bridge Maintenance
We set you up for long-term success with easy-to-follow aftercare:
- Brush twice a day and floss underneath the bridge with special threaders
- Visit us regularly for cleanings and checkups—we value your time and always run on schedule
- Avoid hard foods like ice and nuts, especially early on
- Ask us about add-on treatments like Invisalign or whitening to maximize your smile transformation
Rebuild Your Smile with a Bridge That Lasts
At Kevin R. Barry, DDS, we create beautiful, lasting bridges in San Francisco—and we do it with artistry, precision, and heart. From our luxe office environment to our tech-savvy approach, we deliver restorative dentistry at the highest level. Let us help you reconnect the pieces and rediscover your confident smile.
Call us today to schedule a consultation. Not all bridges are made of steel—some are made to smile.