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Fixed Prosthesis are general term to use to define Crown-Bridge. They are
described as "fixed" because there is no need to remove the prosthesis by the patients They are made to replace missing teeth when there is a few missing teeth, or restorate the aesthetic and funtion of the teeth ,when it has loss of substance .
Fixed Prosthesis divides into categories;
-Metal
-Metal based ceramic (porcelain)
-Zirconium based ceramic
- Full ceramic
Crown: This is a kind of fixed prosthesis made on a single tooth.
Bridge: This type of fixed prosthesis is used to replace the missing teeth with support of the natural teeth on the both sides of missing area.
Crowns and bridges, are based on covering of the teeth with suitable material. after making them smaller.