Missing even one tooth can create an uneven bite that places stress on your teeth and jaw joints. With this added stress, your teeth may shift out of position and become more prone to tooth decay and gum disease. If you are missing one or more teeth, Dr. Syed can help. What is a dental bridge? A dental bridge is a recovery process that uses porcelain crowns attached to artificial teeth that replace your missing teeth. this is one of the most common ways to replace missing teeth. To support the bridge, you must have healthy teeth on either side of the gap