Most
adults reported that they had seen a dentist within the past year. Over
half (53%) said they last saw a dentist less than six months ago, while
an additional 25% saw a dentist between six months ago and a year.
Bridges are natural-looking dental appliances that can replace a
section of missing teeth. Because they are custom-made, bridges are
barely noticeable and can restore the natural contour of your teeth as
well as the proper bite relationship between upper and lower teeth.
Bridges are sometimes referred to as fixed partial dentures, because
they are semi-permanent and are bonded to existing teeth or implants.
Some bridges are removable and can be cleaned by the wearer; others
need to be removed by your dentist.
Porcelain, gold alloys or combinations of materials are usually used to make bridge appliances.
Appliances called “implant bridges†are attached to an area below the
gum tissue, or the bone.
