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FIXED PARTIAL DENTURES(fixed bridge) - Coggle Diagram
FIXED PARTIAL DENTURES(fixed bridge)
is a restoration replacing one or more missing teeth
cannot be directly removed by the patient
metal and aesthetic
it is,classified as a physiological prosthesis
are composed of
retainers
pontics
connectors
The edentulous area between the two retainers is called span
Bridges can be
fixed
semi-fixed
removable
swing-on or cantilever
compound
The choice depends on
the patient’s health condition
on the number
of elements to be replaced
on the position of the teeth to be substituted
Implant-supported bridges
are supported entirely by dental
implants, instead of a metal framework or dental crowns