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PONT MARYLAND [1 record]

Record 1 2024-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Prosthetic Dentistry
CONT

Similar to a traditional bridge, Maryland dental bridges employ two natural abutment teeth, one on each side of the gap. However, while a traditional bridge uses dental crowns on the abutment teeth, a Maryland bridge uses a framework of either metal or porcelain that is bonded onto the backs of the abutment teeth.

Key term(s)
  • resin bonded dental bridge
  • resin bonded bridge

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dentisterie prothétique
CONT

Le pont papillon permet de remplacer une ou deux dents manquantes. Le pont papillon est soutenu par des ailerons métalliques collés aux dents naturelles adjacentes.

Spanish

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