Dental Bridge

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Dental Bridge

A dental bridge is a permanent prosthetic restoration for one or more teeth fitted to natural teeth or dental implants. When a bridge is placed on natural teeth, the teeth need to be filed. In order to preserve natural teeth, it is advisable to place the bridge onto dental implants, if possible. The bridge cannot stand on its own. It needs foundations – the roots of adjacent teeth – to anchor it. The procedure begins with filing of anchoring teeth to ensure the strength of the bridge. Then the crowns, which hold the bridge, are made. All-ceramic dental bridges are an excellent choice because they are made digitally, which guarantees a perfect fit. They are the best option aesthetically as well. Besides, a dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic restoration which provides the patient with the aesthetics, feel and functionality of natural teeth, and crowns are maintained in the same way as natural teeth – by everyday oral hygiene and regular removal of tartar and plaque.

Q&A:

What is the difference between a dental bridge and dental implant?

Bridges and implants are different regarding a lot of factors in terms of price, durability, making, maintenance and duration of therapy. By examining the teeth as well as your needs and possibilities, we will determine which option suits you best.

What materials can bridges be made of?

Bridges can be made of the same materials as crowns - metal-free or metal-ceramic. The dentist suggests the material of choice depending on the size of the bridge, the number of supporting teeth under the bridge, the condition of the periodontium, aesthetic requirements and the financial capabilities of the patient. Metal-ceramic bridges are, as with crowns, a cheaper choice than non-metal ones.

Why is a dental bridge a good option?

A dental bridge is a good option for a number of reasons:
A bridge is a prosthetic restoration of one or more teeth
It can be placed onto dental implants
It provides the patient with the aesthetics, feel and functionality of natural teeth
Taking care of crowns is just like taking care of natural teeth – by everyday oral hygiene and regular removal of tartar and plaque
A bridge disables the adjacent teeth from moving
A bridge is a high quality, quick and fixed solution

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