general dentistry

crowns and bridges

What is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that fully covers the damaged or diseased tooth. It strengthens and improves the shape and size of the compromised tooth while extending its functionality.
When do you need a dental crown?
A crown is a great way to restore severely decayed teeth, fractured teeth, tooth with previous root canal therapy, severely discolored teeth, or teeth causing pain from cracks. Full coverage support will prevent further degradation of the tooth and allow you to use the tooth for many more years.
There are many crown material options offered at our office. They are determined based on several factors – cosmetic, location of the tooth (anterior vs. posterior), opposing tooth, bite – and customized to restore optimal esthetics and function.
What is a dental bridge?
A dental bridge is several crowns fused together to replace a missing tooth. Teeth adjacent to a missing tooth become the anchors to the bridge. A bridge is cemented onto your teeth and is not removed during use.
What should you expect at the crowns and bridges procedure visit?
- At your first visit, the dentist will shape your tooth and take a mold. At this appointment, the shade and material will be discussed and determined. You will go home with a temporary crown/bridge.
- Once the crown/bridge is made, the dentist will check for a perfect fit and cement the crown/bridge.
- The first visit will require shaping of the tooth needing a crown and a mold will be taken to send to a laboratory to make. At this appointment, the shade and material will be discussed and determined. You will go home with a temporary crown that will protect the tooth and allow you to function normally.
- A second visit is required to fit the crown onto your tooth. Your dentist will check for a perfect fit and cement the final crown/bridge into place.

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