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Dentistry
Dental bridge
Overview
Dental bridge is a tool made to replace missing teeth by filling the open
gap with at least three fused teeth. To receive bridge, the teeth supporting
bridge should be in good condition. Once the bridge is cemented, it will
stay firmly and not be able to be taken out by the client.

Process of procedure
- Under circumstance that your teeth is already removed and bridging teeth are ready for the procedure,
- Provide Local anesthesia if needed
- Cement the artificial bridge
Expected duration of hospital stay
- Generally the procedure takes about 30 minutes to an hour.
- From consultation to putting on bridge may take a week or longer
- Hospitalization is not required.
Post-procedure care
- Recommended to have soften food for few days
- Bruch teeth after having food with a soft tooth brush
- Floss teeth on daily basis
Risks
- Damage to the dental bridge caused by sticky or hard food
Treatment cost
- The cost can vary by hospitals
- Expected cost ranges from to.