Crowns, Bridges, and Veneers
If you have a damaged , chipped or decayed tooth, our dentists can help you choose the best solution to restore your tooth to optimum health and appearance. Crowns, fixed bridgework or veneers are a more permanent solution to create a restoration that will last for years to come.
Crowns
A crown is a restoration that completely covers all of the surfaces of your tooth. Whether it is due to decay or a chipped tooth, full coverage crowns can bring back the beauty and strength of your original tooth. Traditional crowns are 'porcelain fused to metal': the metal is placed to cover and protect the existing tooth, and porcelain is placed over the metal to give the restoration a natural appearance. Today's all-porcelain crowns use a ceramic substrate beneath the porcelain to enhance the appearance and translucent color of a natural tooth order to meet the demands of our highly visible society.
Bridges
Permanent replacement of missing teeth can be achieved with fixed bridgework. The natural teeth on each side of the gap are used as anchors, each tooth is crowned and then used to support one or more crowns in between, bridging the space like a bridge spans a river. Each case is unique, and a discussion with our dentists will ensure the proper restoration for your smile.
Veneers
Veneers are a less invasive alternative to change the color, shape or appearance or your natural teeth, but are reserved for strong, healthy ones that have little or no decay. They are a great solution to create a wonderful smile with little tooth modification, to lighten or align your natural teeth. These thin porcelain shells come in customizable shades and are bonded to the surface of your teeth.
Understanding any dental restoration is an important step, both for your health and appearance. Being well informed of any restorations you are recommended, will help you make a wise choice that will lead to a satisfying outcome. Your new crown or bridgework should feel comfortable and blend with your natural teeth. Restored teeth require the same conscientious care as the rest of your mouth. Be sure to brush and floss daily to reduce the buildup of dental plaque. This will help your smile to look great for years to come. To find out if crowns, bridgework or veneers can restore your smile, make an appointment today to learn more!
Procedure:
We will reduce the problematic tooth for a proper crown fit
An impression will be taken of your bite for crown fabrication
The color of porcelain prosthetics can then be customized
We will fit you with a temporary crown until the lab makes your permanent one
You will come in again for permanent crown fitting
Common uses for veneers:
Chipped or broken teeth
Misshapen or irregular teeth
Teeth that do not respond to traditional whitening treatments