A dental bridge is multi-component accessory, usually consisting of an artificial tooth plus two crowns (one on either side). A bridge is used to replace missing teeth or a gap in the mouth. There are alternative forms of bridges using no crowns, one crown, and/or alternative frameworks.
Doesn’t require surgery (unlike implants)
Relatively fast installation
Fixed (don’t require removal)
Putting crowns over healthy teeth (requires removal of some enamel)
Doesn’t address bone loss
Difficult to maintain (and keep clean)
Patient and dentist decide on the bridge type and process
Area in question, including adjacent teeth, are prepared for the bridge
A mold or impression of the teeth is taken for creation of the bridge
The mold is sent to the lab to create a custom bridge
The dentist installs (cements) your custom bridge
The bridge is checked for proper form and function
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