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Dental bridges replace missing teeth. They can restore chewing function, enhance your appearance and improve your oral health. A dental bridge consists of crowns (that fit over your natural teeth on either side of the space) and artificial teeth (that “bridge the gap” in your smile). We at Lakshmi dental care provide 5 to 8 years warranty for dental bridges at Porur , Chennai We charge ten to fifteen thousand for a PFM bridge or upto 22,000 for a zirconia for a three unit bridge . for further enquiries kindly contact Lakshmi dental care at Chennai Porur , the best dental clinic for fixed permanent teeth replaceme at affordable cost. Bridges are made of : Different Types of Crowns Ceramic Crowns made of zirconia Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crowns Gold Alloy Crowns Base Metal Alloy Crowns Is a dental bridge painful? Getting a dental bridge shouldn’t hurt. Your dentist will give you local anesthesia to numb your gums before beginning your procedure. How do Bridges Work? A bridge may be recommended if you're missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to gum disease and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Bridges are commonly used to replace one or more missing teeth. They span the space where the teeth are missing. Bridges are cemented to the natural teeth or implants surrounding the empty space. These teeth, called abutments, serve as anchors for the bridge. A replacement tooth, called a pontic, is attached to the crowns that cover the abutments. As with crowns, you have a choice of materials for bridges. Your dentist can help you decide which to use, based on the location of the missing tooth (or teeth), its function, aesthetic considerations and cost. Porcelain or ceramic bridges can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. How are Crowns and Bridges Made? Before either a crown or a bridge can be made, the tooth (or teeth) must be reduced in size so that the crown or bridge will fit over it properly. After reducing the tooth/teeth, your dentist will take an impression to provide an exact mold for the crown or bridge. If porcelain is to be used, your dentist will determine the correct shade for the crown or bridge to match the color of your existing teeth. Using this impression, a dental lab then makes your crown or bridge, in the material your dentist specifies. A temporary crown or bridge will be put in place to cover the prepared tooth while the permanent crown or bridge is being made. When the permanent crown or bridge is ready, the temporary crown or bridge is removed, and the new crown or bridge is cemented over your prepared tooth or teeth What are the pros and cons of a dental bridge? Dental bridges offer many benefits. But there are some drawbacks, too: Advantages of dental bridges Dental bridges can: Offer a natural-looking solution for tooth loss. Restore chewing and speech function (missing teeth can make it difficult to eat or speak properly). Prevent neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap left behind by missing teeth. Disadvantages of dental bridges Dental bridges also have some drawbacks: If decay or trauma results in damage to your abutment teeth, it can weaken your dental bridge. If your abutment teeth aren’t strong enough to support your bridge, they can fracture. If you don’t properly clean the bridge and underlying gum tissue, plaque and bacteria can cause gum inflammation or cavities. How long does a dental bridge last? On average, the lifespan of a dental bridge is five to 15 years. Some can last even longer with proper care and maintenance.