“What are the different types of dental bridges, and when is a bridge a suitable option for replacing missing teeth?”

Dental bridges are a common treatment for replacing missing teeth. They bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth using adjacent natural teeth or implants for support. TYPES OF DENTAL BRIDGES 1. Traditional bridge. One or more pontic teeth false teeth held in place by crowns on the adjacent natural teeth. 2. Cantilever bridge Pontic false tooth is supported by a crown on only one adjacent tooth. 3. Maryland bridge Resinbonded bridge. Pontic false tooth attached to metal or porcelain wings bonded to the backs of adjacent teeth. 4. ImplantSupported bridge. Pontic false tooth is anchored to dental implants, not natural teeth. A dental bridge is suitable option when 1. One ore more teeth are missing and the gap is flanked by healthy natural teeth or implants. 2. The supporting teeth are strong enough to hold the bridge. 3. When you are not a good candidate for implants due to bone loss, medical conditions, or personal preferences. 4. You want a fixed nonremovable alternative to dentures.