Dental Restoration Trends

A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth anchored to adjacent teeth or implants. It is also called a partial denture, which may be fixed or removable and may last five to seven years or longer.

Before a bridge can be done, a patient needs to consult and be evaluated by a dentist or a prosthodontist which will include a dental examination and a medical and dental history.

A bridge is a type of indirect restoration. It will require two or more visits to the dental office – preparation of the abutment teeth and making impressions; and fitting and adjusting the bridge and securing it into place.