What are Dental Crowns and Bridges?

Think of a dental crown like a protective cap that fits perfectly over your natural tooth. It’s designed from the ground up to protect and strengthen the tooth while restoring its natural shape and appearance, leaving you with a strong and healthy tooth and a complete smile. 

Crowns are often used to:

• Repair a cracked or broken tooth
• Cover a tooth that’s been weakened by decay
• Protect a tooth after root canal therapy
• Improve the appearance of a misshapen or discolored tooth

A dental bridge, on the other hand, is used to replace one or more missing teeth. It’s made up of two or more crowns that are anchored to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. This “bridge” fills the space and prevents your remaining teeth from shifting out of place, plus giving you a restored smile with the pontics in between.

Your Crown or Bridge Journey: What to Expect

• Consultation and Preparation: We’ll start by discussing your smile goals and examining your teeth. We may take some X-rays to get a clear picture of your oral health and a deeper understanding of what foundation we’re starting from. If you need any prep work done (like a filling or root canal), we’ll take care of that first so you’re ready for the next step.
• Creating Your Custom Restoration: We’ll carefully prepare the tooth or teeth that will receive the crown or bridge by gently shaping it, allowing enough space for the crown to sit firmly in place. Then, we’ll take digital impressions to create a precise model for your restoration. No guesswork required!
• Temporary Crown or Bridge: While your permanent restoration is being crafted in our in-house lab, we’ll place a temporary crown or bridge to protect your teeth and keep you comfortable.
• Placement and Final Adjustments: Once your permanent restoration is ready, we’ll carefully place it over your natural tooth and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a perfect fit and a beautiful smile.

Why Choose Crowns and Bridges?