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Maryland Bridge: An Interim Prosthesis for Tooth Replacement in Adolescents
P Prathyusha1, Sapna Jyoti2, Rupali Borkar Kaul3
1Professor and Head, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Dr Syamala Reddy Dental College Hospital and Research Center, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|September 28, 2016
Summary
For adolescents with missing anterior teeth, a resin-bonded fixed partial denture (RBFPD), like the Maryland Bridge, offers an effective interim solution. This approach addresses both aesthetic and functional concerns until permanent tooth replacement is feasible.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Adolescent anterior tooth agenesis or loss presents unique challenges.
- Standard adult prosthodontic solutions are often unsuitable for growing patients.
Observation:
- Missing teeth in the anterior dental arch can cause psychological distress and functional issues.
- Traditional treatments like implants or dentures may be impractical for adolescents.
Findings:
- Resin-bonded fixed partial dentures (RBFPDs), exemplified by the Maryland Bridge, serve as an ideal interim restorative option.
- RBFPDs provide a viable solution during the growth phase, bridging the gap to definitive treatment.
Implications:
- RBFPDs offer a practical and esthetic interim solution for adolescent tooth replacement.
- This approach allows for normal development while awaiting permanent treatment options.
- Dentists can effectively manage anterior dental space discrepancies in young patients.
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