Crowns and Bridges

Crowns are custom-made synthetic caps used to restore a tooth’s function, shape, or natural color. They are a type of dental restoration that is typically made of porcelain, metal, or both that cover a tooth. Crowns are often used to restore broken, discolored, or worn teeth. They are also used when a large portion of a tooth is removed due to decay and the tooth needs to be protected. A crown covers the tooth above the gum line and becomes the new outer surface.

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A Bridge is a fixed dental appliance used to replace missing teeth. They are custom-made restorations that can stabilize your bite, while restoring the natural look of your smile. A bridge can also prevent moving teeth, difficulty chewing, jaw pain, bone loss, and plaque prevention. Because there are always several options to filling gaps and replacing missing teeth, a consultation with a dentist is recommended to see how you can proceed with the very best treatment possible.

Benefits of Crowns and Bridges

• Prevents Shifting teeth

• Helps in keeping teeth free of plaque and bacteria

• Prevents loss of bone in the jaw

• Helps difficulty chewing

• Prevents grinding and clenching

• Prevents pain in the jaw joint, TMJ

• Protects what remains of the tooth)

• If a tooth is severely cracked

• If a filling failed

• If there is a large amount of decay on a tooth