RESTORATIVE DENTAL BRIDGES
Restoring Your Smile with Dental Bridges
The Benefits of Dental Bridges
Three Reasons to Consider Bridges
Regain Normalcy in Your Daily Life
Dental bridges can restore your ability to chew and speak normally, improving your quality of life.
Enhance Your Smile
Dental bridges can improve the appearance of your smile by filling in gaps and correcting misaligned teeth.
Protect Your Dental Health
Dental bridges can help prevent further dental issues caused by shifting teeth and an altered bite.
What are Dental Bridges?
Dental bridges are custom-made appliances designed to fill the gaps created by missing teeth. They consist of one or more artificial teeth held in place by dental crowns on either side. Bridges can be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, and metal alloys.
The Benefits of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges offer several benefits, both cosmetic and functional. They can improve your smile’s appearance by filling in gaps and preventing the surrounding teeth from shifting out of place. Bridges can also restore your ability to chew and speak properly, which can enhance your quality of life.
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Restorative Dental Bridge FAQ
A dental crown is a custom-made, tooth-shaped cap that is placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns can be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, and gold.
Dental crowns may be needed in several situations, such as:
- Restoring a tooth that is severely damaged due to decay or injury
- Protecting a weakened tooth from breaking
- Holding together a cracked tooth
- Supporting a tooth with a large filling and not much natural tooth structure left
- Covering a dental implant or a root canal treated tooth
- Improving the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth
The process usually requires two dental appointments. During the first appointment, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing decay, shaping the tooth surface, and taking an impression of the tooth. A temporary crown will be placed to protect the tooth while the permanent crown is being fabricated. At the second appointment, the temporary crown is removed, and the permanent crown is checked for fit and color before being cemented into place.
Dental crowns can last between 5 to 15 years or even longer, depending on the material used, the patient’s oral hygiene, and the amount of wear and tear the crown experiences.
Many dental insurance plans partially cover the cost of dental crowns, especially if they are medically necessary. However, coverage varies by plan and provider, so it is essential to check with your insurance company for specific details.
Some sensitivity or discomfort may occur shortly after the crown placement, especially when biting down or consuming hot or cold foods and beverages. However, these sensations usually subside within a few days to a week. Persistent pain or discomfort may require adjustments to the crown or further dental evaluation.
Dental crowns require regular oral hygiene practices, such as brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and attending regular dental check-ups and cleanings. Additionally, avoid biting down on hard objects or using your teeth as tools to prevent damage to your crown.
Depending on the situation, alternatives to dental crowns may include dental fillings, inlays or onlays, or dental veneers. However, these options may not provide the same level of strength and protection as a dental crown, and your dentist will recommend the most suitable treatment based on your specific needs.
If your dental crown falls off or becomes loose, contact your dentist as soon as possible to schedule an appointment. In the meantime, keep the crown in a safe place and avoid chewing on the affected side of your mouth to prevent further damage to the underlying tooth.
Our Process -- And Yours
Non-surgical treatment, the method of choice for early-stage gum disease, essentially amounts to a deep, professional cleaning of the teeth that gets at the tartar under the gumline and includes the application of a local antimicrobial.
Vigilance (yours)
Local anesthesia (if needed)
Root-planing and scaling (deep-cleaning)
Anti-microbial application
Ongoing home care and vigilance
Our Process -- And Yours
Non-surgical treatment, the method of choice for early-stage gum disease, essentially amounts to a deep, professional cleaning of the teeth that gets at the tartar under the gumline and includes the application of a local antimicrobial.
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