Porcelain Bridges

Bridges are a fixed option for replacing one or more missing teeth. Crafted from porcelain, the teeth on either side of a space support a replacement tooth called a “pontic” which is cemented into place. Bridges rely on having solid, healthy teeth on either side of the space to serve as abutments. While this often lasts for many years, the load-bearing teeth may deteriorate after thousands of chewing cycles. In some cases, this leads to more missing teeth. Dr. Mathai will help you determine if choosing a bridge vs. another replacement option is best for you.