1. Traditional Dental Bridge: This is the most widely used type of dental bridge, featuring crowns (caps) on both sides with artificial teeth (pontics) filling the gap in between. Dentists recommend traditional dental bridges when there are healthy natural teeth on either side of the missing tooth.

     

  2. Cantilever Dental Bridge: Similar to the traditional bridge, a cantilever bridge has a crown on only one end instead of both. Dentists use this type when there are natural teeth on just one side of the gap. However, cantilever bridges tend to be less durable than traditional bridges due to their design.

     

  3. Maryland Dental Bridge: Also known as a resin-bonded bridge, a Maryland bridge uses metal wings instead of crowns to anchor the bridge. The wings are bonded to the backs of the adjacent teeth to secure the bridge in place. Maryland bridges are usually used for front teeth as they are not strong enough to handle the chewing forces of back teeth.

     

  4. Implant-Supported Bridge: This type of bridge resembles a traditional bridge but is supported by dental implants instead of natural teeth. Before placing the bridge, the implants must fully integrate with the jawbone, a process that typically takes three to six months, though it may take longer in some cases. Implant-supported bridges are used when three or more consecutive teeth are missing.