Dental crowns, also known as caps, are custom-made restorations that cover the entire tooth surface, restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. They are used to protect weakened teeth, restore broken or worn-down teeth, and improve the overall aesthetics of your smile.
Restored Function: Crowns restore the function of damaged or decayed teeth, allowing you to bite and chew properly.
Enhanced Appearance: Custom-made crowns blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, improving your smile’s look.
Durability: Crowns are made from strong materials like porcelain, ceramic, or metal, ensuring long-lasting results.
Protection: They protect weakened teeth from further damage and prevent the need for more extensive dental work.
Dental bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. They literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth.
Restored Smile: Bridges fill in gaps, restoring your smile and improving your facial aesthetics.
Improved Function: They restore the ability to chew and speak properly.
Prevent Shifting: Bridges prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position.
Longevity: With proper care, bridges can last many years, providing a durable solution to tooth loss.
Porcelain or Ceramic Crowns/Bridges: Offer a natural appearance and are ideal for front teeth.
Metal Crowns/Bridges: Extremely durable and ideal for molars that require strength.
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns/Bridges: Provide a balance of strength and aesthetics, suitable for both front and back teeth.
All-Resin Crowns: Less expensive but may wear down over time.
A: With proper care, crowns and bridges can last 10-15 years or even longer.
A: Care for them as you would your natural teeth by brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits.
A: Yes, your dentist will ensure the color and shape of the crown or bridge match your natural teeth for a seamless look.
A: The procedure is generally not painful, and local anesthesia is used to ensure your comfort.
