Crown and Bridge

What are Dental Crown & Bridge ?

Chances are that you’re considering having a dental crown, more than one crown or a permanent bridge designed. To assure the most esthetic and functional results possible, your cooperation and understanding are especially important to us. In this page we’ll take you, step by step, through dental crown and bridge treatment.Why Replace Missing Teeth? Losing a tooth can be of social and psychological concern. Teeth are lost for a number of reasons including:

• Dental decay
• Periodontal (gum) disease
• Trauma (injury or accident)

What Is Dental Crown And Bridge Treatment?

The dental crown and bridge treatment is a long-term method of replacing missing teeth.
A tooth crown is placed on an individual tooth, (somewhat like a thimble over your finger) where there is no longer sufficient tooth structure left to place a filling

Both aesthetics (appearance) and functions are considered when selecting the material most suitable for you. The dental crown costs offered by restorative dentistry are affordable.

How Is Treatment Performed ?

At the first dental appointment, a thorough oral examination, evaluation of your dental history and necessary X-rays are completed. The diagnosis is based on these three factors. Once it has been determined that dental crown and bridge treatment is indicated, you will be set up with a series of appointments.

Note: It’s important that you keep all of these appointments.

You see, your dental crown procedure occurs in a planned sequence. Missing or postponing your appointment may cause treatment delays, allowing further tooth movement before treatment can be completed.

Other factors we consider include:

• Aesthetics – color match and appearance
• Function – chewing and biting accuracy
• Tissue compatibility- the contour of the prosthesis must allow the surrounding tissue to conform to a natural, healthy position.