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Dental bridges in India
Quick answer
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by attaching false teeth to crowns on the neighbouring teeth. Unlike an implant, it needs no surgery or healing time, so it can usually be finished in one trip of 5 to 7 working days. The trade-off is that healthy neighbouring teeth are trimmed.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-27
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At a glance
A conventional bridge uses the teeth either side of the gap as supports (abutments). A Maryland bridge is bonded to the back of neighbouring front teeth with little drilling. An implant bridge rests on implants rather than natural teeth.
Bridges suit people who want a fixed tooth quickly, cannot have implant surgery, or have neighbouring teeth that already need crowns.
How this approach differs
Allow 5 to 7 working days for preparation, laboratory work and fitting. Ask for a try-in before cementation so you can check shade and bite. Clean under the false tooth daily with floss threaders or interdental brushes. If a gap has been present for years, ask whether the gum shape needs attention first.
Who needs dental bridges
- One to three missing teeth in a row
- Neighbouring teeth that already have large fillings
- Patients unable or unwilling to have implant surgery
- Those needing a fixed result within one trip
How it is done
- Supporting teeth are shaped under local anaesthesia
- A digital scan or impression is taken
- A temporary bridge is fitted
- The laboratory makes the final bridge
- Fit, bite and shade are checked and the bridge is cemented
Before you travel to India
- Recent dental X-rays
- Photos of the gap and smile
- Details of past dental work on neighbouring teeth
Recovery and flying home
- Mild sensitivity in supporting teeth
- Bite feels different for a few days
- Regular cleaning under the bridge
Risks
- Decay in supporting teeth
- Need for root canal in a supporting tooth
- Bridge loosening
Alternatives
- Dental implant
- Removable partial denture
- Leaving the gap
Hospitals in India for dental bridges
- Medanta - The MedicityDelhi NCR
- Aster MedcityKochi
- Wockhardt Super Speciality Hospital, Mira RoadMumbai
- Fortis Memorial Research InstituteDelhi NCR
- Lilavati Hospital and Research CentreMumbai
- Eternal HospitalJaipur
- Rainbow Children's Hospital & BirthRight, Banjara Hills, HyderabadHyderabad
- Rajagiri HospitalKochi
Frequently asked questions
Bridge or implant?
A bridge is quicker and needs no surgery, but involves trimming neighbouring teeth. An implant protects them but takes months and two trips.
How long does a bridge last?
Many years with good cleaning and check-ups.
Can a bridge replace back teeth?
Yes, with strong materials and healthy supports.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-27. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices
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