All porcelain anterior veneer bridges.

Abstract

The introduction of new porcelain materials used in combination with vastly improved bonding materials and techniques have virtually revolutionized the use of conservative esthetic bonded prosthetic restorations fabricated without the need for metal substructures. Missing anterior teeth in selected cases may be replaced by all porcelain veneer bridges that are accomplished with more conservation of natural tooth structure of the abutment teeth as compared to traditional procedures. A total of 12 all porcelain veneer bridges were monitored for varying periods up to 24 months postoperatively, during which time no fractures occurred. The authors have attributed this high early success rate primarily to several factors, namely (1) case selection, (2) bulk of porcelain at the sides of the major connectors, and (3) adjustment of occlusion and articulation with the opposing teeth.