Dental Bridge: Procedure Overview
🪥 1. Consultation
- Dental exam & X-rays
- Discuss bridge type & treatment plan
🦷 2. Tooth Preparation (Abutments)
- Local anesthesia
- Shape adjacent teeth for crowns
- Impressions taken
- Temporary bridge placed
🏗️ 3. Fabrication
Lab builds the permanent bridge (usually 1–2 weeks)
🧷 4. Bridge Placement
- Remove temporary
- Check fit and bite
- Cement permanent bridge
⏱ Total Time: Usually 2–3 visits over 2–3 weeks
