Crowns And Bridges

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What Is A Dental Crown?

A dental crown, essentially a custom-fitted cap, is meticulously placed over your tooth by a skilled dentist. The crown is artfully matched in color and shape to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, restoring both function and aesthetics. Typically, the process of obtaining a crown involves three dental visits.

During the initial visit, your dentist prepares the tooth by reshaping it to accommodate the crown. An impression is meticulously taken to replicate the tooth’s natural shape. Your dentist will then place a temporary crown, as crafting the final crown may require up to three weeks.

What Is A Bridge?

A dental bridge is a restorative dental appliance used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) anchored between two crowns placed on the adjacent healthy teeth. The crowns serve as support, holding the pontic in place. Dental bridges enhance both aesthetics and function, improving a patient’s smile and allowing for better chewing and speaking while preventing adjacent teeth from shifting.

Reasons To See A Dentist For Crowns

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A substantial filling has left minimal natural tooth structure, necessitating a dental crown placement by the dentist.
A root canal procedure is required, followed by the placement of a dental crown by the dentist.
To safeguard your teeth from potential cracks or breakage, the dentist recommends crowning weakened teeth.
For a bridge installation, the dentist will anchor it in place by affixing crowns on both sides of the missing tooth.
If your teeth are misshapen or aesthetically unsatisfactory, consulting with a dentist for crown placement can transform their appearance.

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Crowns And Bridges

Crowns and bridges are integral components of restorative dentistry. Porcelain crowns, frequently employed, effectively address substantial gaps between teeth and restore fractured or broken teeth.

Bridges, a highly valued restoration option, prove instrumental for individuals with one or multiple missing teeth, where complete tooth replacement isn’t required. They not only replace missing teeth but also contribute to the restoration of essential chewing and speaking functions.

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What To Expect

Visiting a dentist for crowns also entails the potential restoration of your smile with dental bridges. These specialized appliances are designed to bridge the gap left by missing teeth, comprising dentist-fitted crowns. When you opt for both crowns and bridges from your dentist, the adjacent teeth are carefully prepared to support the bridge. Your dentist will expertly reshape these teeth to accommodate the interim crown, ensuring a secure fit. In this way, the process for bridges mirrors that of crowns when visiting your dentist.

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