The process for getting a dental bridge at Diamond Dental Centre typically spans three to five weeks and involves several key stages:
- Initial Consultation and Impressions: The dentist performs a comprehensive exam and uses digital imaging to evaluate the area. Detailed impressions are taken to design a custom bridge that fits naturally.
- Tooth Preparation: During the next visit, the abutment teeth (the teeth on either side of the gap) are reshaped slightly to serve as anchors. If an abutment tooth is infected, a root canal may be performed at this stage to ensure stability.
- Temporary Bridge Placement: A temporary bridge is fitted to protect the prepared teeth while the permanent restoration is being fabricated in a laboratory, which usually takes two to three weeks.
- Final Placement and Cementation: Once the permanent bridge is ready, the dentist checks it for proper fit and bite alignment before securely cementing it into place.
This method offers a faster restoration time compared to dental implants, with the final placement usually completed in one or two visits following the preparation stage.
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