Crowns & Bridges

Crowns and bridges are common dental restorations that are used to restore the function, appearance, and strength of damaged or missing teeth. Here's an overview of both treatments:

Dental Crowns

A crown is a cap placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its size, shape, and strength. It completely covers the tooth above the gum line and is used for a variety of reasons:

Why crowns are used:

To protect a weak tooth from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth.

To restore a tooth worn down or significantly damaged due to decay.

To cover a dental implant or a tooth that has undergone a root canal treatment.

For cosmetic purposes, to improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth.

Dental Bridges

A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth (called pontics) to adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. The bridge "bridges" the gap left by missing teeth.

Why bridges are used:

To restore missing teeth and fill the gap caused by one or more missing teeth.

To improve chewing and speaking ability, missing teeth can make these tasks difficult.

To prevent the remaining teeth from shifting into the space left by the missing tooth.

To restore the appearance of a full smile.

Benefits of Crowns and Bridges

Improved appearance: They restore the natural look of your smile.
Enhanced function: They help with chewing, speaking, and overall oral function.
Durability: When cared for properly, Crowns and bridges can last for many years.
Support for facial structure: Bridges prevent adjacent teeth shifting and maintain the dental arch's integrity.

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