Bridges
A fixed bridge is a fixed dental restoration secured to the remaining teeth or to an impact. The pressure of chewing is only borne by the natural teeth or implants, and they take up the same amount of space in the mouth, or even less, than your original teeth. Bridges are made of several parts: the abutment, the anchor and the bridge unit. The abutments are natural teeth or roots, or implants. The anchors are crowns or inlays secured to the abutments. The anchors join the bridge or bridge units to the abutments. When is a bridge recommended? In principle, every missing tooth that creates a gap in the row of teeth must be replaced. Even one missing tooth can detract from your chewing ability. The missing tooth can cause the remaining teeth to move out of position, which in turn can upset the system of contact points and result in damage to the tissues that surround and support the teeth, known as the periodontium. Visible gaps in your teeth can also be unsightly. Bridges can be made of various materials, such as porcelain or ceramo-metal alloy. . |