Procedures
Bridge
Also called fixed bridge, dental bridge
A fixed set of replacement teeth anchored to neighboring teeth or implants to fill a gap.
A dental bridge fills the space left by one or more missing teeth. It has a replacement tooth, called a pontic, held in place by crowns on the teeth beside the gap or by implants. Unlike dentures, it is cemented in and does not come out. The supporting teeth must be healthy enough to carry the load, and a bridge needs careful cleaning underneath. Insurance may apply a missing tooth clause or waiting period.
Example at the front desk
The estimate for the three-unit bridge is ready, and I have checked whether her plan has a waiting period.