Dental bridge procedure Bridgeport/Trumbull and Shelton dental office

Similar to a traditional bridge, a cantilever bridge features a crown on one end instead of both. This means that when the bridge is bonded to your abutment tooth, the artificial tooth (pontic) extends across the gap, creating an overhanging effect. Cantilever bridges are commonly used when there are natural teeth available only on one side of the gap. It’s important to note that due to their design, cantilever bridges may not possess the same level of strength as traditional bridges, but they still provide a viable option for restoring your smile.

Utilizing metal wings instead of crowns for stability, a Maryland bridge, also known as a resin-bonded bridge, is secured by bonding the wings to the backs of adjacent teeth. This type of bridge is commonly employed for replacing front teeth, as they may not possess the durability required to withstand the chewing forces of back teeth.

An implant-supported bridge, the bridge is supported by dental implants rather than natural teeth, resembling a traditional bridge. Dental implants, which serve as replacement tooth roots, are small threaded posts. Prior to attaching the bridge, the implants need to fully integrate (fuse) with the jawbone, a process that typically takes three to six months, or longer based on individual circumstances. Dentists recommend implant-supported bridges when there are three or more consecutive missing teeth.