Bridges
Pontics, or fake teeth, are used as bridges to fill up tooth gaps. They’re connected by crowns on neighboring teeth (abutments), giving your mouth a new aesthetic and functional balance.
Porcelain that closely resembles the color of your actual teeth is typically used to make bridges. They could also be constructed from porcelain that has been fused to a stronger metal.
In order to secure a bridge in place, your dentist might need to implant crowns (also known as retainers) on the healthy teeth on either side of the bridge. In some cases, it can also be necessary for dental implants to support the replacement teeth.
There are many distinct kinds of bridges, including:
- Traditional
- Maryland
- Cantilever
- Implant-supported
The kind of bridge you require depends on how many teeth are lost and where they are. Your abutment teeth, or the teeth on each side of the bridge, may potentially be a contributing cause.
Prior to the bridgework being finished, many appointments may be necessary.
Any dentist who treats missing or damaged teeth, such as a general dentist or a prothodontist, can perform a bridge operation.