Fixed
Bridge (FPD)
Bridge (FPD)
Also called a “fixed partial denture”. A bridge is a fixed prosthesis that spans multiple teeth to fill a void left by a missing tooth/teeth. Most conventional bridges have 2 abutment teeth and span only 1 missing tooth, but depending on the case this plan can be altered. Historically, bridges were meant to serve as an alternative to partial dentures for patients who needed limited spaces filled in their dentition and did not want an appliance that was removable. With a bridge being a fixed procedure, there are more hygiene requirements as a result. Bridges were historically made with porcelain fused to metal crowns but zirconia bridges are becoming more and more popular every day.
Also called a “fixed partial denture”. A bridge is a fixed prosthesis that spans multiple teeth to fill a void left by a missing tooth/teeth. Most conventional bridges have 2 abutment teeth and span only 1 missing tooth, but depending on the case this plan can be altered. Historically, bridges were meant to serve as an alternative to partial dentures for patients who needed limited spaces filled in their dentition and did not want an appliance that was removable. With a bridge being a fixed procedure, there are more hygiene requirements as a result. Bridges were historically made with porcelain fused to metal crowns but zirconia bridges are becoming more and more popular every day.
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Crown
Crown
Also called “caps”. Crowns are fixed prostheses that are cemented onto a tooth as a result of excessive decay or fracture. The general purpose a crown is extend the life of a tooth that may otherwise have a lower prognosis with a large filling in it. Sometimes crowns can also be used for esthetic purposes or to even serve as retention sites for partial dentures. Crown types include porcelain fused to metal, zirconia, gold, or ceramic.
Also called “caps”. Crowns are fixed prostheses that are cemented onto a tooth as a result of excessive decay or fracture. The general purpose a crown is extend the life of a tooth that may otherwise have a lower prognosis with a large filling in it. Sometimes crowns can also be used for esthetic purposes or to even serve as retention sites for partial dentures. Crown types include porcelain fused to metal, zirconia, gold, or ceramic.
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Veneer
Veneer
Veneers are minimally prepped, fixed prostheses that are mainly used to restore some sort of esthetic property to the patient's smile. Typically veneers are used in the smile area and can be made of ceramic, porcelain, zirconia, or even composite. The preparation of a tooth for a veneer is much more conservative than a crown or bridge, but the prosthesis is also less retentive. In summary, veneers are great for looks, but not as great in function when compared to a crown.
Veneers are minimally prepped, fixed prostheses that are mainly used to restore some sort of esthetic property to the patient's smile. Typically veneers are used in the smile area and can be made of ceramic, porcelain, zirconia, or even composite. The preparation of a tooth for a veneer is much more conservative than a crown or bridge, but the prosthesis is also less retentive. In summary, veneers are great for looks, but not as great in function when compared to a crown.
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This information is meant solely for informational purposes and not as medical or dental advice. Please consult your physician before any dental procedures.