Is this normal in the process of getting a bridge dental procedure?!
Question:
Is this normal in the process of getting a bridge dental procedure?
My husband is in the process of getting a bridge. First they extracted the partially busted tooth. Then they shaved of the two healthy teeth next to the missing tooth. He looks hideous. They said the next step is to insert the bridge next week and then he'll look great. Is this a normal procedure? Will his teeth look great when this is over? Wil the teeth on either side not look shaved off? Is this worth the $1800, the pain and frustration or should we have just one with the temporary that doesn't last very long and can pop out unexpectedly?
Answers:
Generally a temporary bridge is placed between appointments. The supporting teeth should look normal when the bridge is placed. It does seem unusual that temporary crowns were not used between appointments, but I do not know the specific situation. You should not have gone with a temporary bridge for long term use.