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A dental Maryland bridge, also known as a resin-bonded bridge or a Maryland-bonded bridge, is a type of dental bridge used to replace one or more missing teeth. Unlike traditional dental bridges that rely on dental crowns for support, a Maryland bridge uses a metal or porcelain framework bonded to the back surfaces of the adjacent teeth to hold the artificial tooth (pontic) in place.
The main components of a Maryland bridge include:
● Pontic: The artificial tooth that fills the gap left by the missing tooth or teeth.● Framework: The metal or porcelain framework that supports the pontic and is bonded to the back surfaces of the adjacent teeth (abutment teeth).
Maryland bridges are typically used to replace missing front teeth, where the biting forces are relatively light and aesthetic considerations are important.