Bridge (Fixed Partial Denture)

A bridge replaces a missing tooth or teeth by attaching artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth. A dental bridge, or Fixed Partial Denture, is a custom-made false tooth or teeth that are permanently placed between two healthy teeth, filling in the area left by a missing tooth or teeth. The bridge is held in place by crowns placed on the healthy teeth on each side of space to be filled. Bridges reduce the risk of gum disease, limit the shifting of remaining teeth, help correct some bite problems and help improve speech.