Oh Snap! What to Do When Your Dental Bridge Falls Out

There have been many striking cases of bridges failing throughout history such as London Bridge and Galloping Gertie, but you may be especially perturbed if your dental bridge falls out of your mouth. While these tooth replacement devices are designed to be incredibly lifelike and reliably durable, they do not last forever and can be compromised by age, infection, and injury. Here’s a quick overview of why dental bridges fail and what you should do if your restoration breaks or falls out.