If you have one or more missing teeth it may be possible to close the gap in your smile using a dental bridge. Although there are several types of bridge, a traditional bridge is most commonly used when you have healthy natural teeth on both sides of your missing tooth. A traditional bridge consists of a false tooth (pontic) held in place by dental crowns that have been cemented onto the abutment teeth on each side of the missing tooth. A bridge can be made from a variety of materials, but they are most often made from porcelain to blend in with your natural teeth.