A bright, healthy smile is a reflection of confidence and vitality. However, even with proper care, teeth can become damaged or lost due to decay, trauma, or other factors, compromising both appearance and oral health. At our clinic, we specialize in restoring the function, health, and beauty of your smile with expertly crafted dental crowns and bridges. Our skilled team has extensive training in restorative dentistry and utilizes advanced technology to ensure precision and exceptional results. We are committed to providing durable, natural-looking restorations tailored to your unique needs, helping you achieve a complete and beautiful smile that lasts.

Why Choose Dental Implants and Braces

Our all-porcelain crowns are designed to match the natural look and feel of your teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile.

Using advanced digital impression technology, we ensure improved accuracy and a perfect fit for your restorations.

With specialized training in restorative dentistry, our team provides high-quality, durable solutions to restore your teeth’s function and beauty.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-crafted cap designed to cover the entire visible portion of a tooth. It is a versatile solution in restorative dentistry, commonly used to repair extensive damage, such as large cavities or significant fractures. Crowns are also frequently paired with other treatments, such as root canals or dental implants, to restore full functionality and appearance. In some cases, a crown may be recommended as a preventive measure to protect a weakened tooth from further damage or breakage. With advancements in dental materials, all-porcelain crowns now provide a durable and natural-looking option to improve the appearance of discolored or misshapen teeth while preserving the beauty of your smile.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

Dental bridges are precisely what their name suggests—a bridge used to replace one or more missing teeth and restore your smile. Custom-made to fit seamlessly into your mouth, bridges provide a reliable and durable solution, often serving as an alternative to partial dentures. Unlike removable partial dentures, dental bridges are permanently cemented in place, offering greater stability and security when eating and speaking.

Pontics

Abutments

These are the artificial teeth that fill the gap left by missing teeth. Pontics are carefully designed to match the look and feel of your natural teeth for a flawless appearance.

Abutments provide support and stability for the bridge. They can consist of natural teeth on either side of the gap or small metal posts used in implant-supported bridges.

What Are The Benefits Of Dental Crowns And Bridges?

• Protect teeth from further decay

• Strengthen weakened or damaged teeth

• Reshape teeth for a more balanced appearance

• Conceal tooth discoloration for a brighter smile

• Repair decayed, cracked, or broken teeth

• Replace outdated silver crowns with natural-looking alternatives

Dental Crowns Work To:

Dental Bridges Work To:

• Achieve a natural-looking smile that enhances your confidence

• Regain the ability to chew food comfortably and effectively

• Improve speech clarity by addressing gaps that impact enunciation

• Prevent neighboring teeth from shifting and disrupting your bite

• Preserve jawbone density in areas where teeth are missing

Am I Good Candidate For Dental Crowns Or Bridges?

To be considered for dental crowns or bridges, patients should be in good overall health, free from underlying conditions or infections, and maintain excellent oral hygiene. Candidates should also address any existing dental issues, such as gum disease, before undergoing treatment.

Candidates For Dental Crowns Include Patients:

• Have cracked, chipped, or broken teeth

• Need to strengthen teeth weakened by decay, trauma, or extensive fillings

• Have severe tooth decay requiring restoration

• Have teeth that are undersized or significantly worn down

Candidates For Dental Bridges Include Patients:

• Are missing one or more permanent teeth

• Have healthy abutment teeth or dental implants capable of supporting the bridge

What to Expect From My Dental Crown Or Bridge Procedure?

When you visit us to explore whether a dental crown or bridge is the right solution, we begin with a comprehensive oral examination. This includes a visual inspection and detailed digital X-rays to assess your dental health.

For dental crowns, we evaluate the overall condition of the affected tooth and use X-rays to examine the entire tooth structure. For dental bridges, we focus on the health of the surrounding teeth and gums while also checking for any jawbone loss caused by missing teeth. Once we determine that you’re a suitable candidate, we’ll begin your journey to a revitalized smile.

Dental Crown Placement

Receiving a dental crown typically involves two appointments. During the first visit, the affected tooth is prepared and reshaped to ensure the crown will fit securely and comfortably. A precise digital impression is taken to capture exact measurements, allowing the dental lab to custom-create a crown that meets your specific needs. While your permanent crown is being crafted, which usually takes a couple of weeks, we place a temporary crown to protect your tooth. Once the permanent crown is ready, you’ll return for your second appointment, where it will be bonded securely to your tooth, restoring its function and appearance.

Dental Bridge Placement

Getting a dental bridge typically involves two appointments for a traditional bridge. During the first visit, the abutment teeth are prepared and reshaped to support the crowns that will anchor the bridge. A temporary bridge is placed to protect the exposed teeth while the permanent crowns and bridge are custom-crafted in a dental lab. At your second appointment, usually a couple of weeks later, the permanent crowns and bridge are fitted and securely cemented in place, restoring both function and aesthetics to your smile.

Our dedicated dental team is here to help you achieve the smile you deserve! Schedule a consultation with us today and take the first step toward restoring your confidence and oral health. Contact us at Dental Implants and Braces at (630) 474-0976. We look forward to seeing you soon!