Do you have severely damaged or missing teeth? Dental crowns and bridges might be the most suitable dental restorations for you.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a tooth. Dental crowns are used to restore and protect damaged teeth. Some dentists may recommend crowns for cosmetic reasons. For example, dental crowns can be used to cover misshapen, discolored, or poorly aligned teeth.
A dental crown covers a tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength and improve its appearance. They are needed when a tooth is cracked, broken, severely worn down, or decayed.
Placing a dental crown offers the following benefits:
Dental bridges are used to replace missing teeth for functional and aesthetic purposes. The bridge helps to maintain facial structure and oral function and prevents other teeth from shifting out of place.
A dental bridge is a fixed appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth. The bridge is custom-crafted from two or more dental crowns, which are connected to one or more artificial teeth or pontics that “bridge” the gap left by the missing teeth, permanently restoring your smile.
A dental bridge can be used if you’ve lost a tooth or need to have one removed. Gaps left by missing teeth can cause remaining teeth to shift, which can result in a bad bite. A dental bridge fills the gap in your smile and restores your ability to chew and speak properly.
Dental bridges offer the following benefits:
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