In general, getting a dental bridge requires two or more visits. During the first visit, our Santa Clarita dentist will prepare the abutment teeth by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for the crown to be placed. Then, he will make an impression of the area to be fitted with the bridge which will be sent to a dental laboratory for mold fabrication. Meanwhile, you will wear a temporary bridge made by our dentist to protect the exposed teeth and gums. On the second visit, which can be several weeks later, the new dental bridge will be checked, adjusted and cemented until it's properly fitted. Follow up visits to the dentist may be necessary for additional fittings, or if you still feel your bite is not corrected.