Placing a bridge generally requires two separate appointments. During your first appointment, we prepare the abutment teeth and take impressions of your mouth. Preparing your abutment teeth is done under a local anesthetic. We work to remove a portion of the enamel from each of these teeth, reducing them in size. With the necessary enamel removed, your bridge will be able to fit properly in place and function optimally. After preparing the teeth, we take an impression, which is sent to our dental lab to design and create your customized bridge. Your second appointment occurs after your bridge has been completed. It can take up to two weeks for the restoration to be completed, so a temporary restoration is set into place to protect your teeth and your oral health while you wait. We check your final bridge to ensure that it fits properly, looks natural, and your bite is appropriate. If everything looks good, we bond it into place on the abutment teeth. Even if you cannot see a missing tooth when you smile, it can still cause serious issues. Replacing your tooth with a bridge helps to restore the functionality of your mouth, protect your oral health, and give you back your quality of life. If you are missing a tooth, call us Beyond Dental and Implant Center to learn more and schedule your appointment today. We serve patients from Dallas TX, Fort Worth TX, Cockrell Hill TX, Mesquite TX, Highland Park TX, Forest Hill TX, Saginaw TX, and White Settlement TX.