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Definition of Bridgework
1. Noun. A denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth.
Definition of Bridgework
1. Noun. (dentistry) A partial denture that is anchored to existing teeth ¹
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Definition of Bridgework
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Medical Definition of Bridgework
1. A dental prosthesis which restores one or more, but less than all, of the natural teeth and/or associated parts and which is supported by the teeth and/or the mucosa; it may be removable or fixed. Synonym: bridgework. Distal extension, a removable partial denture that is retained by natural teeth at one end of the denture base segments only, and in which a portion of the functional load is carried by the residual ridge. (05 Mar 2000)
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