Dental bridges are fixed appliances used to replace missing teeth and can be made in various different materials and forms. If you have a denture that you do not like, why not ask you dentist if a bridge may be appropriate to replace your missing
Dental bridges are fixed appliances used to replace missing teeth and can be made in various different materials and forms. If you have a denture that you do not like, why not ask you dentist if a bridge may be appropriate to replace your missing teeth. Why not contact us today to see how we can help.
FAQsWhat do bridges do?
Missing teeth can be replaced with bridges if you have healthy teeth adjacent the gap. These restorative appliances are typically bonded to or cover the neighbouring teeth, which are capped with crowns. A replacement tooth is then attached to the crowned teeth, resulting in a ‘bridge’.
What are the different types of bridges?
There are different types of dental bridges, each made of different materials and / or intended for a certain location or purpose. The most common ones are:
- Conventional bridges: These mainstream bri