Dental bridge in Kénitra
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with a fixed prosthesis supported by the neighbouring teeth. It is a proven solution, faster than an implant — but it carries a biological cost you should know about before choosing. At Dr Fatima Azelmat's practice in Kénitra, both options are laid out without bias.
Bilan personnalisé · imagerie 3D (Cone Beam) · plan de traitement détaillé
- Three-unit bridge in ceramic or zirconia, with no visible metal
- Digital impression and computer-aided design
- An honest comparison against the implant before you decide
What is a bridge?
A bridge is a fixed prosthesis that replaces a missing tooth. It consists of the replacement tooth and two crowns that hold it, cemented onto the neighbouring teeth — the abutment teeth. The whole thing is one piece: nothing comes out, and you chew normally.
The most common case is the three-unit bridge: one missing tooth, two abutments.
The point to understand before choosing
To fit a bridge, both neighbouring teeth have to be prepared, even if they are perfectly healthy. That is the biological price of this solution, and it is permanent: a prepared tooth never becomes intact again.
That is precisely why the implant is often preferred today — it replaces the missing tooth without touching its neighbours.
Bridge or implant?
| Bridge | Implant | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighbouring teeth | prepared | untouched |
| Time frame | 2 to 3 weeks | 3 to 6 months |
| Surgery | no | yes |
| Jaw bone | keeps resorbing | preserved |
| Cost (three units) | 9,000 MAD | 8,000 MAD per implant |
The bridge keeps its place when the neighbouring teeth are already crowned or badly damaged — nothing is sacrificed then —, when bone volume is insufficient and a graft is not wanted, or when time matters. We go into that choice here: implant, bridge or denture, how to choose.
The materials
The practice favours bridges with no visible metal:
- Zirconia — very strong, suited to the heavily loaded back teeth.
- Ceramic — outstanding aesthetics on visible teeth.
- PFM (porcelain fused to metal) — more affordable, but a grey line can show at the gum over time.
See: metal-free prosthetics, ceramic and zirconia.
How it is done
- Assessment. Examination of the abutment teeth and a radiograph: a bridge is only as solid as its abutments.
- Preparation. The abutment teeth are prepared under local anaesthetic.
- Digital impression. An intraoral scanner records the arch precisely, with no paste.
- Temporary bridge. It protects the abutments and lets you eat normally between visits.
- Design and fitting. The bridge is designed on computer (CAD/CAM), milled, tried in, then cemented once the shade and the bite have been checked.
Allow two to three weeks between preparation and fitting.
Lifespan and care
A well-made bridge lasts many years. Its longevity depends entirely on the health of the abutment teeth: they carry the whole structure.
Cleaning under the middle unit is the key point — that is where plaque gathers and where problems start. Suitable floss or an interdental brush, regular scaling and annual check-ups are essential.
Dental bridge prices in Kénitra
| Service | Indicative fee (MAD) |
|---|---|
| Consultation and assessment | 150 |
| Panoramic radiograph | 200 |
| Three-unit bridge (PFM) | 9,000 |
| Zirconia crown (per unit) | 3,000 |
| e.max ceramic crown (per unit) | 3,500 |
| Core build-up if required | 800 |
Your full quote is given after the assessment. Note that prosthetics are only partly covered by CNSS / AMO. See also our fees.
Why see Dr Fatima Azelmat
Dr Azelmat sets out both solutions with their real limits before proposing a plan. If your neighbouring teeth are healthy, she will say so: preparing two intact teeth to replace one is a decision to be taken knowingly, not by default.
Frequently asked questions
Do the neighbouring teeth really have to be prepared?
Bridge or implant: which should I choose?
How long does a bridge last?
Does a bridge show?
How much does a bridge cost in Kénitra?
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