Dental crowns repair damaged or decayed teeth, while a bridge replaces missing teeth.

Dental Crowns and Bridges

Dental crowns and bridges are restorations that strengthen and protect damaged or broken teeth.

Understanding Crowns and Bridges

Crowns are custom-made to cover a tooth completely, so you may hear them referred to as caps or tooth caps. A crown restores comfortable chewing function and strengthens and supports the tooth. Dental bridges replace missing teeth to restore function and complete your smile.

We typically use porcelain or ceramic for these restorations because they mimic the strength and appearance of tooth enamel.

Everyone wants a healthy, beautiful smile, and we can help you reach that goal with dental crowns and bridges. Updated techniques and treatments have made placing crowns and bridges easier than ever.

When Are Dental Crowns and Bridges Used?

Dental crowns are very versatile, and we use them to correct many dental issues, including:

Severely decayed teeth
Teeth weakened by root canal treatment
Fractured or broken teeth
Broken or cracked fillings
Large silver fillings
Top off a dental implant
Support a dental bridge

A dental bridge fills the space left by a missing tooth. It is usually made as a single unit held in place by crowns attached to teeth on either side of the gap. This restoration improves your appearance and prevents surrounding teeth from shifting out of place and moving into the gap left by a missing tooth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to avoid certain foods with a dental crown?

Dental crowns are designed to be very durable and to function much like your own teeth. You need to use common sense, however, and avoid biting down directly on foods like hard candy or nuts. A broken crown is not just costly to replace, but you may also damage underlying healthy tooth structure.

What Does Placing a Crown or Bridge Involve?

We can typically place a dental crown or bridge in as few as two visits. First, we prepare your natural tooth to receive the restoration and take impressions that accurately represent the shape and position of your natural teeth so your restoration fits perfectly.

Next, we send the impressions to a custom dental lab, where skilled technicians use them to create your permanent restoration, which usually takes about two weeks. Before you leave our office, we fit you with a temporary bridge or crown to wear while the lab fabricates the final piece.

Once we receive your final restoration, we schedule an appointment for you to return to our office to check the finished restoration for comfort and make any necessary adjustments. The final step is to cement the custom restoration securely in place.

We will also provide instructions for properly caring for your crown or bridge. The restoration is strong and durable under normal conditions, but it requires care to prevent damage and the possible need for replacement.

If you practice proper oral hygiene and schedule regular dental cleanings, your new restoration will last for many years.

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Are you troubled by a damaged or missing tooth? Please call our dental office today to schedule an evaluation and learn more about your options!

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Dr. Shaina DiMariano

Dr. Shaina DiMariano is the owner of DiMariano Family Dentistry, where she has been delivering exceptional patient care since 2007. With a career in dentistry spanning more than two decades, Dr. DiMariano leads her practice with a clear and unwavering vision: that every patient deserves her full attention and the very best care at every appointment.

Inspired by watching her father practice dentistry with warmth, skill, and genuine connection, Dr. DiMariano knew early on that this would be her path. Drawn by the opportunity to help people and make a meaningful ...

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Dental Crowns and Bridges Technology

Digital Impressions

With digital scanners, we no longer need to take goopy impressions of your teeth in order to create customized appliances or aligners. We can perform a quick scan and then send your scans directly to the dental laboratory. Advanced digital scanners also allow dentists to identify dental issues, track the progress of treatments, and more. This fantastic new technology makes your dental experiences faster, more comfortable, and more convenient.

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