Dental Bridge
Dental Bridge
A dental bridge is a fixed, non-removable dental restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by bridging the gap between remaining teeth. It consists of artificial teeth (Pontic) anchored by crowns on neighboring healthy teeth (Abutment teeth). Common types include traditional, cantilever, Maryland, and implant-supported bridges.
restore the ability to chew and speak, maintain facial structure, and prevent adjacent teeth from shifting into the empty space.
Typically involves two visits: filing down adjacent teeth, taking impressions, and cementing the bridge.
Requires meticulous daily cleaning under the bridge using floss threaders or special brushes.
Crown on both sides of the gap.
Crown on only one side of the gap.
Uses metal or porcelain wings to bond to the back of neighboring teeth.
Supported by dental implants instead of natural teeth.
Benefits and Disadvantages
Restores smile and function, fixed in place (not removable), usually looks natural.
Requires damaging healthy adjacent tooth structure (for traditional/cantilever) and can be harder to clean than natural teeth.