Implant-supported bridge

Implant-supported bridge

An Implant-supported bridge is a dental prosthesis supported by one or more implants replacing three or more teeth.

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* [http://www.osseonews.com/implant-supported-fixed-bridges-a-large-opportunity/ OsseoNews.com] A discussion about implant-supported bridges.


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