Crowns & Bridges
Crowns and bridges restore damaged teeth and replace missing ones, so you can chew comfortably and smile with confidence.
Crowns and bridges restore damaged teeth and replace missing ones, so you can chew comfortably and smile with confidence.
Crowns and bridges are custom-fitted restorations. A crown, also called a cap, fits over a damaged tooth or a dental implant. A bridge fills the gap left by missing teeth and is anchored to the natural teeth or crowns on either side.
Both are fixed in place by the dentist, not removable, and are designed to match your bite and the shade of your natural teeth. With good cleaning and regular check-ups, crowns and bridges can last many years.
The tooth is shaped to make room for the crown or bridge.
An impression of your bite is taken and porcelain is color-matched to your teeth.
You'll wear a comfortable temporary while your restoration is made at the dental lab.
Your permanent crown or bridge is checked, adjusted and cemented in place.
If a tooth is damaged or decayed but still intact, a crown protects and strengthens it.
If a tooth is missing and there are teeth on either side, a bridge can close the gap.
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