General description
Bridges are artificial devises to replace one or more teeth.
Benefits
It is very important to keep your teeth, crowns and bridges clean. It is advisable to brush your teeth twice a day to keep dental hygiene using a brush, dental floss and cleansers. Remember that the success or failure of your crowns or bridges depend greatly on the care you provide them and on periodical visits to the dentist. The health of your mouth and personal appearance are worth the effort!
Technical description
Procedure – To replace a lost tooth with a bridge, adjoining teeth must be prepared for the crowns. The tooth and crowns are put together as a single piece, cemented to adjoining stumps. Once placed, the patient cannot remove the bridge. The procedure is similar to a crown, but it takles longer to build the bridge.
In some cases, a resin-based bridge called Maryland could be used. It does not require wearing adjoining teeth or extensive preparation. Your dentist will choose the proper technique for your case. Bridges can be supported by dental implants integrated on the bone.
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Total cost will vary according to individual needs.
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Dra. Sandra Fernández Morales |
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