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Unless you have an enormous defect you should not need a bone graft when a bridge is placed.
You do not need to do bone graft for a bridge to replace a missing tooth. Even if you have defect on your ridge on front teeth and you are not happy with it due to cosmetic, you will be able to fix it with soft tissue graft.
Almost always NO. There are different types of graft though. But, It is not uncommon that you need a soft tissue graft. If it is a front tooth (and sometimes a back or side tooth), part of the final "look" of the new bridge has to do with how the outline of the gum (especially in the missing tooth space) lines up with the edge of the teeth. Over the years, the supporting tissues get thinner. In this area we don't need "bone" so much as just thick gum tissue. If this is for a front tooth, make sure to visit an experienced cosmetic dentist. They can help design the best look overall, as well as they usually work with the finest ceramic labs, which determines how natural the final result looks.
I think my colleagues have answered your questions thoroughly. Long term, you will likely be much happier with implants then a bridge. Of course, every individual is unique with their own individual set of circumstances - timing, appetite for a number of dental appointments,...
I would go back and have it adjusted unless your appointment is right around the cornor... When the final bridge is tried in just wear it with temporary cement for a few days to make sure your pleased good luck Kevin Coughlin DMD, MBA, MAGD CEO Baystate...
I have sectioned bridges successfully numerous times in order to place an implant. There is always the potential of fracturing the porcelain when sectioning the bridge, therefore you should be prepared to replace those abutment teeth with crowns if needed. Good luck.
