Dental Implants
Implant-supported teeth, restored by Dr. Little.
About implants
Restorative dentistry
Dental bridges.
Missing a tooth? A bridge fills the space by anchoring a natural-looking replacement to the teeth on either side of the gap. It's fixed in place, so you chew and smile normally. At Clarity Dental in McDonough, you'll understand every replacement option, bridge included, before you pick one.
- Written estimates before treatment
- Out-of-network benefits filed as a courtesy
- CareCredit, HSA and FSA accepted
- Unhurried visits, plain-language answers
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Dr. Paris Little, DDS · Serving McDonough since 1990
Visit us
One office in McDonough.
Address
97 Atlanta Street, Suite 200, McDonough, GA 30253
Onsite parking in front and back. A quarter mile from the McDonough square.
Hours
Mon to Thu, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri to Sun, Closed
Mind the gap.
A missing tooth is more than a cosmetic gap. Neighboring teeth drift into the space, the opposing tooth can over-erupt, and your bite slowly shifts. A bridge closes the gap with crowns on the neighboring teeth supporting a replacement tooth between them, all made to match your smile.
A bridge is one of several answers. An implant-supported tooth skips reshaping the neighbors, and a partial denture can make sense for multiple gaps. Dr. Little walks you through the honest tradeoffs of each for your mouth, your timeline, and your budget. The choice stays yours.
What to expect
Your bridge, piece by piece.
Plan it
An exam and imaging confirm the neighboring teeth can carry a bridge, then you compare options with real numbers in front of you.
Prep work
The anchor teeth are shaped and scanned, and a precise bridge is made. If you need a temporary, it protects things in the meantime.
Try it, fit it
We try the bridge in, adjust it until your bite feels comfortable, and cement it. You leave with a full row of teeth again.
Costs, side by side.
Bridge cost mostly depends on how many units it spans. You'll see the full written estimate, next to the cost of the alternatives, before you decide anything.
Many PPO plans contribute to bridges at their out-of-network rate, and we file the paperwork as a courtesy. Financing through CareCredit is available for larger treatment.
Benefits, honestly
Dental insurance coverage.
Clarity Dental is not in-network with any insurance plan, and you can still be seen here. Most PPO plans pay out-of-network benefits toward care, and we file those claims as a courtesy so you do not have to.
- Written estimates before treatment is scheduled
- Out-of-network claims filed as a courtesy
- CareCredit financing available
- Cash, check, all major cards, HSA and FSA
Check your benefits
Bring your plan information to any visit, or call ahead, and the team will explain what your plan is likely to cover before treatment is scheduled.
Your bridge questions.
How long does a dental bridge last?
Commonly ten years or more, and the biggest factor is keeping the anchor teeth healthy. Cleaning under the replacement tooth every day is the habit that protects your investment.
Bridge or implant, which is better?
It depends on the health of the neighboring teeth, the bone in the gap, your timeline, and your budget. There's a right answer for your mouth, and you'll hear the reasoning, not a sales pitch.
Does getting a bridge hurt?
We numb the teeth for preparation, and soreness afterward is usually mild and brief. Most patients get used to the new bridge within days.
Can a bridge be whitened?
No. Ceramic keeps its shade. If you want a brighter smile, whiten your natural teeth first, then match the bridge to them. That's the right order of operations.
From our patients
Why people choose Clarity Dental.
Let's close that gap.
Request a consultation online or give us a call, and compare your options with real numbers.