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Dental crowns and bridges restoration

Restore function and beauty with crowns and bridges.

Custom-crafted dental restorations that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

Dental Restorations

Comprehensive tooth replacement solutions.

Crowns and bridges are fixed dental restorations that replace missing tooth structure or entire teeth. Crowns cap damaged teeth to restore strength and appearance, while bridges replace missing teeth by spanning the gap between remaining teeth. Both provide natural-looking, functional results.

Dental crowns and bridges restoration

When Do You Need Crowns?

Crowns restore and protect teeth that are too damaged for simpler restorations.

Large cavities that weaken tooth structure
Cracked or fractured teeth
Severely worn down teeth
After root canal treatment
To support large fillings
For cosmetic improvement of misshapen teeth

Types of Dental Crowns

We offer various crown materials to meet your aesthetic, functional, and budgetary needs.

Porcelain Crowns

All-ceramic crowns that match natural tooth color perfectly

Advantages:
  • Excellent aesthetics
  • Biocompatible
  • Strong and durable

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal

Porcelain exterior bonded to metal framework

Advantages:
  • Natural appearance
  • Very strong
  • Cost-effective

Gold Crowns

Cast gold alloy for superior strength

Advantages:
  • Extremely durable
  • Biocompatible
  • Minimal wear on opposing teeth

Zirconia Crowns

Solid zirconia for strength and aesthetics

Advantages:
  • Very strong
  • Excellent aesthetics
  • Metal-free

Types of Dental Bridges

Bridges replace missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent natural teeth or implants.

Traditional Bridges

Fixed bridge anchored by crowned adjacent teeth

Advantages:
  • Stable and secure
  • Natural appearance
  • Durable
Best For:

Replacing 1-2 missing teeth with strong adjacent teeth

Preparation:

Adjacent teeth need crowning

Maryland Bridges

Resin-bonded bridge with metal or porcelain wings

Advantages:
  • Conservative
  • No adjacent tooth alteration
  • Cost-effective
Best For:

Front teeth, minimal tooth preparation needed

Preparation:

Minimal alteration of adjacent teeth

Implant-Supported Bridges

Bridge anchored by dental implants

Advantages:
  • No damage to adjacent teeth
  • Very stable
  • Bone preservation
Best For:

Multiple missing teeth, patients wanting implant benefits

Preparation:

Surgical implant placement required

The Crown & Bridge Process

Most crowns and bridges require 2-3 visits over 2-3 weeks for completion.

1

Preparation

Tooth/teeth prepared and impressions taken

Crown and bridge preparation
2

Temporary

Temporary restoration placed while custom crown/bridge is made

Temporary crown and bridge restoration
3

Final Placement

Custom crown/bridge permanently cemented

Final crown and bridge placement

Choosing the right material for you.

We help you select the best crown or bridge material based on location, function, aesthetics, durability, and your budget preferences.

Aesthetics: Porcelain or zirconia for natural appearance
Strength: Gold or zirconia for back teeth
Cost: PFM as balance of aesthetics and durability
Metal-free: All-ceramic options for sensitive patients
Crown and bridge material selection

Caring for Your Crowns and Bridges

Daily Care

• Brush twice daily with soft toothbrush

• Floss daily, use floss threaders for bridges

• Use antimicrobial mouthwash

• Avoid chewing hard foods or ice

• Clean around bridge pontics carefully

Professional Care

• Visit dentist every 6 months for check-ups

• Professional cleanings every 6 months

• Monitor for loose or damaged restorations

• X-rays to check bone support

• Repair or replacement as needed

Restore your smile with crowns and bridges.

Don't live with damaged or missing teeth. Schedule a consultation to discuss your restoration options.

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