The gap formed by one or more missing teeth is bridged by this operation. On each side of the gap, a bridge consists of two or three crowns for the teeth these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth — and a false tooth / teeth in between. These false teeth are referred to as pontics and can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain, or a mixture of them. Natural teeth or implants are used to support the dental bridges. Among its benefits, we find: