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Crowns & Bridges
Crowns
A crown (many people refer to them as a cap) is a restoration that covers a tooth to restore it to its normal shape and size. It's purpose is to strengthen or improve the appearance of a tooth. A crown is placed for a number of reasons:
Bridges
An important step in maintaining a healthy smile is to replace missing teeth. When teeth are missing, the remaining ones can change position, drifting into the surrounding space. Teeth that are out of position can damage tissues in the mouth. In addition, it may be difficult to clean thoroughly between crooked teeth. As a result, you run the risk of tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease, which can lead to the loss of additional teeth and overall poor health.
A bridge replaces one or more natural missing teeth. A fixed bridge typically consists of multiple units. There are two or more abutment teeth (the surrounding teeth on either side of the space) and the pontic (the false tooth that will fill in the space). Basically, think of a bridge as multiple crowns fixed together.
Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the mouth by the patient.
A crown (many people refer to them as a cap) is a restoration that covers a tooth to restore it to its normal shape and size. It's purpose is to strengthen or improve the appearance of a tooth. A crown is placed for a number of reasons:
- to support a large filling when there isn't enough tooth remaining
- to attach a bridge
- to protect weak teeth from fracturing
- to restore fractured teeth
- to cover badly shaped or discolored teeth
- to cover a dental implant
Bridges
An important step in maintaining a healthy smile is to replace missing teeth. When teeth are missing, the remaining ones can change position, drifting into the surrounding space. Teeth that are out of position can damage tissues in the mouth. In addition, it may be difficult to clean thoroughly between crooked teeth. As a result, you run the risk of tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease, which can lead to the loss of additional teeth and overall poor health.
A bridge replaces one or more natural missing teeth. A fixed bridge typically consists of multiple units. There are two or more abutment teeth (the surrounding teeth on either side of the space) and the pontic (the false tooth that will fill in the space). Basically, think of a bridge as multiple crowns fixed together.
Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the mouth by the patient.
Family & Preventive Dentistry: Oral exams & Digital X-rays, Dental Cleanings, Fluoride & Dental Sealants
Restorative Dentistry: Fillings, Extractions, Root Canals, Gum Therapy, Dentures, Implants
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Cosmetic Dentistry: Bonding, Composite Fillings, Orthodontics, Veneers, Whitening
Financial & Dental Insurance
Restorative Dentistry: Fillings, Extractions, Root Canals, Gum Therapy, Dentures, Implants
Botox®
Cosmetic Dentistry: Bonding, Composite Fillings, Orthodontics, Veneers, Whitening
Financial & Dental Insurance
