DENTAL CROWNS AND BRIDGES
GIVING YOU YOUR SMILE BACK
At Seek & Smile Dentistry, we understand that things can happen to your teeth. Cavities, injuries, and even tooth loss can occur, despite best efforts. That’s why we offer restorative solutions like dental crowns and bridges. With these options, you can get your smile back and help ensure better oral health in the future.
WHAT IS A DENTAL CROWN?
Simply put, a dental crown is a dental prosthetic for the top portion of a tooth. It adheres to the natural tooth structure or an implant and restores the tooth’s strength, function, and beauty from the gumline up. Examples of situations that necessitate using a dental crown include the following:
Advanced decay that a filling won’t fully address.
Damage to the tooth from an injury.
Excessive wear on a tooth.
Preparation for a dental bridge.
Covering dental implants.
Correcting the appearance of a cracked, broken, or misshapen tooth.
At Seek & Smile Dentistry, we work through talented, qualified dental labs to fabricate your custom dental crown. That’s because we want to help get your smile back to its best.
WHAT IS A DENTAL BRIDGE?
A dental bridge is an appliance specially designed to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. It consists of prosthetic teeth with dental crowns on each end. The missing teeth must be surrounded by natural healthy teeth or dental implants because a bridge relies on them as anchors to close the gap in between.
As a popular tooth replacement option, dental bridges have many benefits, including the following:
Preservation of the spacing in your bite.
Longer-term solution than dentures.
Added security and stability for prosthetic teeth.
Lifelike appearance.
WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR GETTING DENTAL CROWNS OR BRIDGES?
After you and Dr. Seekand or Dr. Peters have determined that a crown or bridge is right for you, the process goes as follows:
If your tooth is decayed, she will remove all the infected portions of your tooth. If preparing for a bridge, she will prepare the anchoring teeth by removing some of the their structure.
Then, we will take impressions of your teeth, which will be sent to our dental lab to create your personalized crown or bridge.
Before you leave, we will place a temporary crown.
When the final result is ready, you will return to our office so that we can permanently affix the crown or bridge.
AM I A CANDIDATE FOR A DENTAL CROWN OR BRIDGE?
Anyone who needs a replacement tooth can be a candidate for a dental crown, and anyone who is missing one or more consecutive teeth can qualify for a dental bridge. When you need dental treatment, whether from decay or from other circumstances, Dr. Seekand or Dr. Peters can review your treatment options with you so that you’re fully informed and confident about the decision you make.
At Seek & Smile Dentistry, we are devoted to helping you achieve a healthy, happy smile for many years to come. Dental crowns and bridges allow us to do just that. We look forward to serving you and your family. Make an appointment with us today!