Acrylic Bridges
By definition, Acrylic is a synthetic material made from plastic in “a similar manner to polyester and nylon.” When it comes to dentistry, Acrylic is one type of material used to make restorative dental bridges.
Acrylic Bridges are created by pouring a liquid resin into the 3D computer-generated mold that has been customized for each patient, respectively. Our dental professionals dedicate their time to ensuring each mold is precise for the most comfortable and form-fitting dental bridge. Once the resin hardens, we can complete the bridge by adding natural-looking teeth to the top. Finally, the complete custom bridge attaches to the patient’s implants.
Types Of Materials
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Nano
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Acrylic Bridge Compared To Other Dental Bridge Options
Compared to other dental bridge options, the Acrylic Bridge is considered to be the more affordable option. Softer in the material than most dental bridge options, the Acrylic Bridge provides the patient with a more natural feel inside the mouth. The Acrylic Bridge is also known to be extremely aesthetically pleasing and natural looking to the eye.
Acrylic bridges are additionally characterized by their successful chemical bonding with the denture base and their high efficiency in terms of thermal expansion.
Successful chemical bonding is essential when it comes to dental bridges because the bond and connection of molecules are essential to a high-quality, long-lasting object – in this case, the bridge must be formed of well-bonded chemicals.
Regarding “efficiency in thermal expansion,” the Acrylic Bridge’s tendency to change its shape in response to temperature can pose both an advantage and a disadvantage. The advantages and disadvantages are fully explained below.
Schedule an appointmentAdvantages Of Acrylic Bridges
Advantages of Acrylic Bridges include, but are not limited to the following:
- They offer a softer bite than other materials
- They have a more natural feel inside the mouth
- They are the least expensive option
- They are relatively easy to fix if needed
- Successful in terms of chemical bonding with denture base
- Aesthetically pleasing
- They are highly efficient in terms of thermal expansion
Disadvantages Of Acrylic Bridges
The disadvantages of Acrylic Bridges include, but are not limited to, the following:
- They are not the longest lasting of all the bridge material options
- Gentle chewing and soft foods are recommended for all patients with Acrylic bridges
- Acrylic typically wears down more quickly as it is softer than other materials
- Less durable
- Over time, Acrylic teeth can deboned from the bridge, requiring professional maintenance
- Can discolour easily
- Difficult to clean once stained
- Patients are sometimes sensitive to the material used in Acrylic
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