What is a bridge for your teeth?

A bridge is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap -- these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth -- and a false tooth/teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. read more

A bridge is made up of two crowns one on each tooth on either side of the gap -- these two anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth -- and a false tooth/teeth in between. These false teeth are called pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials. read more

Your dentist will place a temporary bridge to protect your prepared teeth while you are waiting for the permanent bridge. When the permanent bridge is ready, the dentist fits, adjusts and cements the bridge to the prepared teeth. read more

While your restoration is being fabricated, your dentist fits you with a temporary so the teeth and gums can be protected from damage until your permanent bridge is ready. To complete the procedure, you must return to the dental office for a second visit to have the bridge fitted and cemented. read more