Crown & Bridge
If you are having confidence issues due to damaged or decayed teeth,
we can help restore your confidence with dental crown & bridge treatments
designed specifically for you.
Crown & Bridge
What is dental crown and bridge treatment and what to expect??
Dental crowns and dental bridges are a type of dental restoration treatment that aims to improve dental problems, either visually or functionally; which arise as a result of decayed, damaged, or missing teeth. A dental crown (sometimes called a "covering") is an artificial tooth that is placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its function and appearance. This is recommended for teeth that have severe damage, cracks, or breaks. On the other hand, a dental bridge consists of at least three units: two crowns placed on adjacent teeth, with a pontic (or denture), which "bridges" the gap caused by tooth loss.
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According to our standard procedure , our dentist will start the process by doing a thorough consultation with you.
This allows them to assess your goals and wishes from the treatment, and allows the dentist to design a plan that is specific to you.
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The dentist will take a digital 3D mold / scan of your mouth (teeth), and prepare a dental crown or temporary dental bridge for initial installation.
From here, the size and shape of the temporary dentures will be modified to ensure they fit properly in your mouth, while removing any decayed teeth. This set of temporary crowns or bridges will then be sent to a dental laboratory to produce a permanent denture crown or bridge.
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Once the dental crown and/or permanent denture bridge is received from the dental laboratory , you can come back for the fitting of the denture.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When a dental crown or temporary bridge is installed, please refrain from chewing gum or sticky foods until your final appointment. Do not floss around fillings or temporary dental crowns, as they may become loose. Once a permanent dental crown or dental bridge is in place, you can continue to brush and floss your teeth as usual.
Dental bridges offer cost-effectiveness and long-term durability, while treating at least 3 teeth. Dental crowns are used for single teeth, providing comfort, easy maintenance, and a natural look and feel, as well as being cost effective. Choosing between the two depends on several factors, such as the number and position of missing teeth, as well as your personal preferences.
We provide several types of dental bridges, including:
- Traditional dental bridges
- Cantilever bridge
- Maryland bonded bridge
- Implant supported bridges
The molding procedure is performed after the administration of anesthesia. This means that the procedure itself should be painless, although it is common for many patients to experience tooth sensitivity and/or gum pain for a few days afterwards.
Both are long-term devices, meaning they can last up to 15 years or even longer.
