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Third Molar ExtractionRestore Your Smile with Crowns & Bridges
Crowns and bridges are dental restorations used to repair damaged or missing teeth, restoring both function and aesthetics to your smile. Our experienced team of dental professionals is committed to providing personalized care and exceptional results to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.
Crowns: Also known as caps, crowns are custom-made tooth-shaped prosthetics that are placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its strength, shape, and appearance. Crowns are often used to repair teeth with extensive decay, fractures, large fillings, or after root canal therapy.
Bridges: Dental bridges are prosthetic devices used to replace one or more missing teeth. A bridge consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) that are anchored in place by crowns attached to adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. Bridges restore the appearance of your smile and prevent neighboring teeth from shifting out of position.
Benefits of Crowns & Bridges
Restored Functionality: Crowns and bridges restore the ability to bite, chew, and speak properly, allowing you to enjoy your favorite foods and activities without discomfort or limitations.
Improved Aesthetics: Crowns and bridges are customized to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile for a natural-looking result.
Preservation of Oral Health: Crowns and bridges protect and strengthen weakened or damaged teeth, preventing further deterioration and the need for extraction.
Prevention of Tooth Shifting: Bridges fill in the gaps left by missing teeth, preventing adjacent teeth from shifting out of alignment and causing bite problems or misalignment.
FAQ About Crowns & Bridges
The process of getting a crown or bridge is typically not painful, as it is performed under local anesthesia to numb the tooth and surrounding area. Some patients may experience mild discomfort or sensitivity after the procedure, which can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
With proper care and maintenance, crowns and bridges can last for many years, typically ranging from 5 to 15 years or more. Factors such as oral hygiene habits, diet, and regular dental check-ups can influence the longevity of your restorations.
Yes, once your crowns and bridges are securely in place, you can eat and chew normally. However, it’s essential to avoid biting down on hard or sticky foods that may damage or dislodge your restorations. Maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups will help ensure the longevity of your crowns and bridges.
Yes, bridges are commonly used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth (pontics) to adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. Crowns may also be used to restore and strengthen teeth that have been severely damaged or weakened by decay, trauma, or root canal therapy.
Unlike natural teeth, crowns and bridges cannot be whitened with traditional teeth whitening treatments. However, if you’re unhappy with the color of your restorations, they can be replaced with new ones in a shade that better matches your desired tooth color.
