Dental Crowns & Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges are restorative dentistry solutions for repairing damaged teeth and replacing missing teeth. A dental crown is a custom-made cap placed over a weakened, cracked, or root canal-treated tooth to restore its shape, strength, and function. A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth using neighboring teeth or dental implants for support.
What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?
A crown covers and protects a prepared tooth while restoring its appearance and function. A bridge fills a gap created by missing teeth and can improve chewing. Depending on individual needs, restorations may use ceramic, porcelain, or zirconia.
Benefits of Dental Crowns & Bridges
Treatment can restore damaged or missing teeth, improve chewing, and enhance your smile. Crowns may also protect structurally weak teeth.
What Does the Procedure Involve?
Treatment begins with a dental examination and assessment of the teeth and gums. The dentist may prepare the supporting teeth, take impressions or digital scans, and provide a temporary restoration when necessary. The final crown or bridge is fitted and adjusted.
Care After Treatment
Good oral hygiene, careful cleaning around a bridge, regular dental check-ups, and following your dentist’s instructions can help maintain your restoration.