Dental bridges are made up of crowns, called abutments, that are placed on either side of a gap. They act as anchors to hold the bridge, a false tooth, in place. The false tooth is called a pontic and is designed to work as well as a regular tooth, which means you can enjoy eating, drinking, and smiling again.
As the bridge relies on the neighboring teeth for support, our Stansbury Dental Clinic recommends that you maintain excellent oral hygiene. To ensure that your dental bridge lasts a lifetime we floss and brush twice daily, and visit your dental hygienist regularly.