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October 2, 2025Journal of Primary Care Dentistry and Oral HealthOpen Access

Andrew’s Bridge: A Bridge between Function and Esthetics for a Severe Ridge Defect in Esthetic Zone

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RKRishu KoulDr. R. Ahmed Dental College and HospitalRBRohit BhoilGandhi Medical College & HospitalKNK. NirmalDr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital

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Overview

Case study demonstrates effective restoration for anterior ridge defects in prosthodontics, suggesting Andrew's bridge enhances function and esthetics.

Key Points

  • The treatment successfully restored missing anterior teeth in both arches, addressing functional and esthetic needs.
  • It utilized Andrew’s bridge, a partial denture that combines fixed and removable components for effective restoration.
  • The severe ridge defect was classified as Siebert’s class III, highlighting its complexity in prosthodontic treatment.
  • Clinical examination guided the treatment plan, involving shared decision-making between the patient and dentist.

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Koul et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68de79715b556a9128e1b080https://doi.org/10.4103/jpcdoh.jpcdoh_23_25
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