Why is it recommended to wait 3-4 months after an extraction to have a bridge fitted?
Q.
Hello – why is it recommended to wait 3-6 months after extraction for a bridge to be fitted? Also what are the consequences of waiting say just 2 months?
Hello – why is it recommended to wait 3-6 months after extraction for a bridge to be fitted? Also what are the consequences of waiting say just 2 months?
A.
During the healing progress after an extraction your gums starts to shrink, If you have your bridge fitted to soon the gum will continue to shrink leaving a gap under your bridge. You can have porcelin added to the bridge but it is more expense for you.
During the healing progress after an extraction your gums starts to shrink, If you have your bridge fitted to soon the gum will continue to shrink leaving a gap under your bridge. You can have porcelin added to the bridge but it is more expense for you.
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