What are Dental Crowns & Bridges?
Dental Crowns and Bridges are restorative dental treatments that work to repair cracked or broken teeth and to replace damaged or missing teeth. Both bridges and dental crowns are designed to restore the function and appearance of your smile. Customized to match withe the surronding teeth, these dental restoration options provide a natural-looking and comfortable smile.
Crowns and/or bridges might be an option for you if you experience one or some of the following:
- Teeth Damaged by Cavities That Cannot Be Repaired with Fillings: When a cavity is too large or deep, a filling may not suffice, and other restorative options may be needed.
- Broken or Missing Teeth: Crowns or bridges can help restore the function and appearance of teeth that are broken or missing.
- Damaged Existing Crowns and/or Bridges: When existing crowns or bridges are damaged, they can be replaced or repaired for continued protection and aesthetics.
- Misshapen or Discolored Teeth: Veneers or crowns can be used to correct the shape, size, or color of teeth for a more uniform and attractive smile.
Full Smiles Are Possible
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Reclaim a healthy, confident smile with a dental crown or bridge. At Edkin Family Dentistry, we specialize in providing crowns and bridges to restore, replace, and protect damaged or missing teeth, allowing you to smile with confidence.
- Save a Damaged Tooth: Prevent a possible extraction by restoring a damaged tooth with a durable dental crown.
- Replace a Missing Tooth: Use a dental bridge to seamlessly fill the gap left by a missing tooth, ensuring a natural look and feel.
- Benefit from Natural-Looking Restoration: Enjoy the appearance of natural teeth with crowns and bridges that are designed to blend in seamlessly.
- Safeguard Your Oral Health: Protect the longevity of your smile by addressing dental issues early and effectively.
Improving your dental health can significantly enhance your quality of life. At Edkin Family Dentistry, your crown and bridge treatments are provided with comfort and care, ensuring a positive experience. Life is for living—let the professionals at Edkin take care of your dental and oral health needs so you can move on to your next adventure with a smile!
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as a "cap", a crown is a durable covering for a damaged tooth or for a tooth that needs imporved esthetics and/or funtionality. Crowns can be made from a range of materials such as:
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Ceramic: These crowns are commonly used for front teeth and are favored for their ability to match the color of natural teeth seamlessly. They are metal-free, making them a good option for those with metal allergies or those seeking a more natural-looking restoration. While not as strong as metal crowns, they are sufficiently durable for the biting forces of the front teeth.
- Porcelain Fused to Metal: These crowns combine the aesthetic benefits of porcelain with the strength of a metal base. The porcelain can be color-matched to natural teeth, but the underlying metal can sometimes show through as a dark line at the gumline, which can be a cosmetic concern. Despite this, they are known for their durability and are often used for both front and back teeth.
- Gold: Gold crowns are highly durable and resistant to wear and tear. They require less tooth removal compared to other types of crowns, preserving more of the natural tooth structure. Gold crowns are biocompatible, meaning they are unlikely to cause allergic reactions, and they provide a precise fit, reducing the risk of future complications.
We first prepare the tooth/teeth are prepared so that the future crown can fit on the tooth and still look esthetically pleasant.We then take a detailed impression to ensure that the crown form is precisely fitted to your individual tooth for maximum comfort and to maintain your bite. While your permanent crown is fabricated in our dental lab, we use a temporary crown. Finally, the permanent crown is placed securely on the tooth.
Simply put, a bridge is an artificial tooth that is meant to cover the gap caused by a missing tooth or teeth. A bridge connects to the closest adjacent natural teeth using crowns that hold the artificial tooth or teeth in place.
There are many reasons for a patient to need a bridge, and we will work with you to determine the best restorative treatment option for your specific dental needs. We recommend bridges to patients who have experienced tooth loss and want to reclaim:
- Functionality - Tooth loss compromises your ability to complete simple tasks we perform daily such as eating, drinking, and even speaking.
- A flawless smile - With a bridge your smile will be full, showing no evidence of tooth loss
- Comfort - Our high-quality bridges are designed to deliver comfort and functionality