What is a crown?
A dental crown is a dental restoration that covers a tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. It’s also used to “cap” a dental implant. Dental crowns are placed over the portion of a tooth that sits above the gum line.
What is a bridge?
A dental bridge is a prosthetic that is used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of two dental crowns that are placed on the teeth on either side of the space left by the missing tooth or teeth, and an artificial tooth (or teeth) are attached to them.
Dental crowns and bridges are made to look and feel just like natural teeth, are virtually undetectable once in place, and they’re known to provide patients with a newfound level of self-confidence!
Who is a candidate for this procedure?
If you have a tooth that’s broken or cracked, misshapen, discolored, or one that’s been severely damaged by large fillings or a root canal treatment, a dental crown may be an ideal option for you.
Patients who have one or more missing teeth may be ideal candidates to have a dental bridge placed.
Curious about whether a dental crown and bridge may be right for you? Call us today to discuss!
