Before the bridge is fitted, the teeth supporting it usually need to be shaped. A local anaesthetic is used first, which means you’ll stay awake while the area becomes numb. You may feel the injection briefly. After that, pressure and movement are more noticeable than pain.<\/p>\r\n
And yes, you might hear the dental drill. That’s probably the part people dislike most. You can feel vibration through the tooth and jaw, even though the area is numb. It feels strange rather than painful.<\/p>\r\n
Once the anaesthetic fades, the prepared teeth can feel tender. Your gums may also be a little sore, especially if the dentist has worked close to the gumline. This usually settles as your mouth gets used to the new bridge.<\/p>\r\n
You might notice sensitivity when drinking something cold or biting down. That’s fairly common after dental work. Still, pain that is severe or keeps getting worse isn’t something to simply put up with. Contact your dentist and explain what’s happening.<\/p>\r\n
The fitting itself is usually straightforward. Your dentist places the bridge over the prepared teeth and checks how it sits. You may feel firm pressure while the fit is adjusted.<\/p>\r\n
Bite checks can feel slightly strange because your teeth suddenly have a new shape. Your dentist will ask you to bite down and may make small adjustments if the bridge feels too high.<\/p>\r\n
Not everyone’s experience is identical. The condition of the supporting teeth matters, and so does the amount of preparation needed. If a tooth is already sensitive or has an underlying problem, the experience can be different from a routine bridge procedure.<\/p>\r\n
Your comfort during the appointment also matters more than people sometimes admit. Tell your dentist if you’re nervous or if the numbness doesn’t feel complete. Taking a short pause is completely reasonable.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Mild tenderness around the prepared tooth, which usually feels more annoying than painful.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Cold sensitivity can hang around for a little while, especially when you take that first sip of an icy drink.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Pressure when biting deserves attention if it doesn’t settle, particularly if one tooth feels like it touches first.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Gum soreness is pretty ordinary after the area has been worked on, though persistent swelling isn’t something to ignore.<\/p>\r\n
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