year=2016 volume=5 issue=2 spage=84 epage=88 aulast=Oswal Unconventional pontics in fixed partial dentures. Meta-analysis of failure and survival rate of implant-supported single crowns, fixed partial denture, and implant tooth-supported prostheses. Replacement of missing lateral incisors with lithium disilicate glass-ceramic veneer-fixed dental prostheses: A clinical report. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. We link primary sources - including studies, scientific references, and statistics - within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. Working with a knowledgeable dentist and carefully following their aftercare instructions can reduce the risk of serious complications. Some floss products are designed for use with bridges. To prevent tooth decay around a bridge, it is crucial to practice excellent home care, including brushing and flossing. This is more common in people with serious gum disease or very severe cavities in the teeth that need crowns. It is possible for a tooth to continue to decay under the crown that anchors the bridge. Some people develop infections after treatment, especially if they have widespread tooth decay or gum disease. If the bite does not feel right, return to the dentist for an adjustment. Some people struggle to adjust to chewing with a bridge, especially in the weeks after the procedure. A person may then need another bridge, implants, or other dental procedures. The bridge may break or slip out of place. Some complications of a dental bridge can include: Afterward, the dentist will take an impression of the mouth to create a bridge that fits over the implants seamlessly. When a person has implants to support a bridge, the process typically begins with implant surgery. Both of these bridges also require at least two appointments. A Maryland bridge requires less preparation, since no crowns are involved. The process is similar for cantilever bridges, though only one tooth will need a crown. Once the real bridge is ready, the dentist removes the temporary structures and affixes the bridge using strong adhesives. Temporary bridges include structures that look like real teeth, but they are not permanent, so it is crucial to return to the dentist within a few weeks. The dentist will put a temporary bridge on the damaged teeth to protect them. Next, they will take an impression of the mouth that will help with fitting the bridge.
The dentist will grind down these teeth, removing any decay. When a person gets a traditional bridge, the process begins by preparing the teeth on either side of the gap. The specific procedure depends on the type of bridge. Dental implants are fake teeth that dentists surgically insert into bone in the mouth.įor others, dentists recommend implants to help secure a bridge, particularly if many teeth are missing. For example, if a person loses several front teeth, due to injury or decay, a doctor may use a bridge to fill in the gap.Ī person may not wish to have a gap in their teeth, after having a tooth removed, for example, because they need a tooth in the area for chewing or because of cosmetic concerns.įor some people, a permanent dental implant is an alternative to a bridge. The structure is often anchored in place with one or more crowns on either side of the gap in the mouth. The term “bridge” refers to a structure that contains one or more fake teeth. When a person has lost a tooth or the dentist has had to remove it, however, a crown alone is not an option, and a dental bridge may be the best choice. One option is to have a crown - a fake bit of tooth attached to a small portion of real tooth that the dentist has ground down. Either way, there are many options for filling a gap in a smile. The fake teeth in dental bridges look and function like real teeth.įor a bridge, a person may see a prosthodontist, a dentist who specializes in restoring and replacing missing teeth, or a regular dentist. Share on Pinterest A dentist may recommend a dental bridge to replace missing or broken teeth.Ī dental bridge can replace a tooth or several teeth.
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