Types of Dental Bridges!

Two common types of dental bridges are the Conventional Bridge and the Adhesive Bridge.

Conventional Bridge:

In this type of bridge, the false tooth to fill the space is affixed to one or more natural teeth using a dental crown. The crown is placed over the natural tooth, providing support for the false tooth. While this option is known for its strength and durability, typically lasting around 10 years, it involves reducing the size of the natural tooth to accommodate the crown. This reduction can potentially lead to complications such as nerve damage, increasing the risk of abscess formation. Approximately 5% of teeth with a crown may experience such issues within a decade.

Adhesive Bridge:

An adhesive bridge involves attaching the false tooth to one of the natural teeth using a thin metal wing. This metal wing is bonded to the back of the natural tooth, providing support for the bridge without the need for significant alteration of the natural tooth structure. This method generally avoids the removal of natural tooth material, making it a safer option. However, since the bridge relies on the adhesion of a thin metal wing, there is a higher likelihood of the bridge debonding and coming off. 

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