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Friday, March 12, 2010
Dental Bridges
With so many advances in general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry, there is no need to suffer with dental problems that make you embarrassed to smile. A dental bridge is just one option to "bridge" the gap created by one or more missing teeth.
Dental bridges are made up of two dental crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap; these two teeth that serve as anchors are known as "abutment teeth." The dental bridge also has a false tooth (or teeth) in between the abutment teeth. The false teeth are called "pontics" and are typically made of gold, alloys, porcelain or some combination of these materials. Your natural teeth (or dental implants) support the dental bridge.
Dental bridges are a very effective solution to missing teeth because they:
- Prevent remaining teeth from shifting
- Maintain the shape of your face
- Enhance/restore your smile
- Allow you to speak and chew properly
There are different types of dental bridges available in most dentists' offices:
- Traditional bridge (most common type and are made of porcelain-fused-to-metal or ceramics)
- Cantilever bridge (usually used on front teeth)
- Maryland bonded (resin-bonded) bridge (supported by metal framework)
If you have a missing tooth or teeth, dental bridges may be the perfect solution for you. Please visit our Questions About Dental Bridges page to learn more about how dental bridges can improve your smile and give you your confidence back.
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