Losing even one tooth can affect the appearance of your smile, oral health, and even your self-confidence. So, if this happens, you should look for a solution to replace that tooth as soon as possible. Single adhesive fixed prosthesis is a solution to replace a missing tooth. But can this prosthesis perform the function of a natural and real tooth for people? Or is it just a formal appearance to fill the empty space of that tooth? In this article from Dr. Benianian's dental site, we will fully review this single-adhesive fixed prosthesis, its advantages, disadvantages and applications so that you can get the necessary information in this field. What is a single adhesive denture fixed prosthesis? Single adhesive fixed denture (or adhesive bridge) is a type of artificial tooth that is placed in the empty space of the tooth without the need for screws or surgery. This type of prosthesis is connected to the adjacent teeth of that empty space using a dental glue. Of course, unlike removable dental prostheses, fixed dentures are fixed and the patient cannot remove them from his mouth. What is the use of single-glued denture fixed prosthesis? The new generation of dental prostheses, i.e. single-glued fixed prosthesis, has various applications in dentistry. Especially in restorative dentistry and mostly to replace a missing tooth in special circumstances. For example: - Replacement of a missing single tooth - A quick replacement option for when a person has lost one of his front teeth - Preserving the structure of the adjacent teeth until the dental implant is implanted - Use for young or growing children - Use for those who do not have enough bone density - Smile beauty and speech improvement - Restoring the relative function of chewing in the lost area Can single-bond fixed dentures really look like a real tooth? Dr. Nazi Banianian: > The truth is that **fixed dentures can look very similar to a real tooth**. Especially if it is made by a skilled dentist and using high quality materials. Especially because this type of prosthesis is designed in such a way that in terms of color, shape, size and form, it is in harmony with the surrounding natural teeth and does not differ from the real tooth at first glance. > > But you should keep in mind that the single-glue fixed artificial tooth prosthesis, although it looks very natural in terms of aesthetics, ** but it is not as strong as implants in terms of performance and durability** and is more suitable for areas with less chewing pressure or front teeth. **Read more:** Fixed artificial teeth based on implants Advantages of single-bonded denture fixed prosthesis Single adhesive dentures have several advantages. Advantages that make this prosthesis a popular option for replacing a missing tooth. For example: - It does not require surgery. - Fast and hassle-free installation. - Its appearance is natural and matches the person's teeth. - It has a more reasonable price than dental implants. - It preserves the structure of the mouth and jaw. - It is better than gel dentures. **Read more:** Advantages of dental prosthesis Disadvantages of single-glued dentures - It has a much shorter lifespan than implants. - It needs glue and the possibility of its separation is high. - It has limitations in the installation location and is not suitable for some teeth (such as the teeth at the end of the jaw). - It damages the adjacent teeth. The difference between single-unit adhesive dentures and partial and complete dentures As you know, there are different types of artificial teeth, which are chosen depending on the number of missing teeth, the condition of the jaw and the needs of the patient. Among these, single-glued dentures, partial (semi-complete) dentures, and complete dentures are three common types of dentures. The following table shows their main differences in terms of structure, application and benefits: