If you have missing teeth, particularly if those missing teeth happen to be front and center, yourdentist in Fort Collins, CO may suggest a dental bridge as a viable solution. Even though dental implants are all the rage, all you need may be as simple as a dental bridge, which doesn’t require any surgery to put in or months of waiting time. But exactly what is the process, and how long does it take to get a dental bridge?

Getting a Dental Bridge

All in all, it can take between two and three weeks to get adental bridge in Fort Collins, CO. It all starts with a first dentist appointment, during which your teeth will be prepared—the ones that will be supporting the bridge. Molds will be taken to ensure the bridge ends up being a good fit, including being comfortable for you, the wearer.

If an outside dental lab is used, then that’s where that two to three week waiting period comes in. If the dentist has an on-site lab, you could be walking out of there sporting a brand spanking new dental bridge that same day!

However long it takes for the dental bridge, you’ll need to return to the dentist in about a week for a fitting. This is to do any final adjustments and to make sure the bridge is doing its job. The dentist will ask you about comfort, chewing, and will look at your bite to ensure that the upper and lower arches of your teeth with the bridge are aligning as they should when you bite down.

If you’re interested in getting a dental bridge, please contact our office to book an appointment. We’d be happy to discuss your options with you. We look forward to seeing you!