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Crown & Bridge (Fixed Teeth): Restore Your Smile with Confidence

Are you struggling with a damaged tooth, a noticeable gap, or a compromised smile that affects your confidence and ability to chew or speak comfortably? Our Crown & Bridge solutions offer a durable, natural-looking, and fixed way to restore the health, function, and aesthetics of your teeth.

Unlike removable dentures, crowns and bridges are permanently cemented onto existing teeth or implants, providing a stable and long-lasting solution that feels just like your natural teeth.

What are Dental Crowns? (Dental Caps)

A dental crown is a custom-made, tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over an entire tooth, covering it down to the gum line. It is designed to restore the tooth's shape, size, strength, and improve its appearance.

When are Dental Crowns Recommended?

• Protecting a weak tooth from breaking or holding together parts of a cracked tooth.
• Restoring an already broken tooth or a tooth severely worn down.
• Covering and supporting a tooth with a large filling when there isn't much tooth left.
• Holding a dental bridge in place.
• Covering misshapen or severely discolored teeth for cosmetic improvement.
• Covering a dental implant.
• After a root canal treatment, to protect the weakened tooth.

Our Crown Material Options

We utilize advanced materials to ensure both durability and aesthetics:

• Zirconia Crowns: Extremely strong, biocompatible, and offer excellent aesthetics, mimicking the translucency of natural teeth. Ideal for both front and back teeth.
• Porcelain (E-max) Crowns: Renowned for their superior aesthetic qualities, providing a highly natural and translucent appearance, perfect for front teeth where cosmetics are paramount.
• Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM) Crowns: A traditional option offering a strong metal base for durability with a porcelain layer for a tooth-colored finish.

What are Dental Bridges? (Fixed Partial Dentures)

A dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic device used to replace one or more missing teeth. It "bridges" the gap created by missing teeth by joining an artificial tooth (called a pontic) to crowns placed on the natural teeth on either side of the gap. These anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth.

When are Dental Bridges Recommended?

• Replacing one or more missing teeth.
• Preventing remaining teeth from shifting into the empty space, which can lead to bite problems and other dental issues.
• Restoring your ability to chew and speak properly.
• Maintaining the shape of your face.
• Distributing the forces in your bite by replacing missing teeth.
• Improving your smile and boosting confidence.

Key Benefits of Crown & Bridge Treatments

Both crowns and bridges offer significant advantages:

• Restored Functionality: Chew, speak, and bite with confidence and comfort, just like with natural teeth.
• Enhanced Aesthetics: Custom-matched to the shade and shape of your existing teeth for a seamless, natural-looking smile.
• Durability & Longevity: With proper care, crowns and bridges can last for many years, offering a long-term solution.
• Improved Oral Health: Prevent shifting of remaining teeth (with bridges) and protect weakened teeth from further damage (with crowns).
• Fixed Solution: Unlike removable prosthetics, crowns and bridges are permanently cemented, eliminating daily removal and ensuring stability.
• Boosted Confidence: A complete and healthy smile can significantly improve self-esteem and quality of life.

The Treatment Process

The process for receiving a crown or bridge typically involves a few appointments:

1. Comprehensive Examination & Consultation: We'll assess your oral health, discuss your goals, and determine if a crown or bridge is the best solution for you. Digital X-rays and scans may be taken.
2. Tooth Preparation: The tooth (for a crown) or abutment teeth (for a bridge) will be carefully prepared and reshaped to accommodate the crown(s).
3. Impressions/Digital Scans: Precise impressions or digital scans of your teeth are taken. These are sent to our dental lab where your custom crown or bridge will be meticulously fabricated.
4. Temporary Placement: A temporary crown or bridge will be placed to protect your prepared teeth and maintain aesthetics while your permanent restoration is being made.
5. Custom Fabrication: Skilled lab technicians craft your restoration using high-quality materials, ensuring a perfect fit, bite, and natural appearance.
6. Final Placement: Once your permanent crown or bridge arrives, we will check its fit, bite, and aesthetics. If everything is perfect, it will be permanently cemented into place.
7. Follow-Up & Care: We'll provide detailed instructions on how to care for your new crown or bridge to ensure its longevity.

Caring for Your Crown & Bridge

Maintaining excellent oral hygiene is crucial for the longevity of your crowns and bridges:

• Brush twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste.
• Floss daily to remove plaque and food particles, especially around the base of the crown and under the pontic of a bridge (special flossers or interdental brushes may be recommended for bridges).
• Maintain regular dental check-ups and cleanings (at least twice a year).
• Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice, hard candies, or popcorn kernels, which can damage your restorations.
• Address teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism) with a nightguard if recommended.

Is Crown & Bridge Right for You?

If you have severely damaged, decayed, or missing teeth, and desire a fixed, durable, and aesthetic solution, crowns and bridges could be an excellent option. A healthy foundation of gums and bone is generally required for successful treatment. We invite you to schedule a consultation with our experienced dental team to explore your options and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.

Ready to Transform Your Smile?

Don't let damaged or missing teeth hold you back any longer. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover how Crown & Bridge solutions can help you achieve a healthier, more beautiful, and confident smile!

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