Dental bridges do have some disadvantages, as well, such as:
- Future damage to the abutment teeth can compromise the bridge.
- If the crowns are ill-fitting, bacteria and plaque may get inside and cause tooth decay.
- The crowns may change the structure of your teeth, affecting your bite.
- If the abutment teeth aren’t strong enough to support the bridge, the bridge could collapse.
- The abutment teeth may be weakened by the procedure(s) and have to be replaced by dental implants.