CROWNS & BRIDGES
CROWNS & BRIDGES
Crowns, like inlays and onlays, are placed over a tooth and are usually made of porcelain. The choice of having a crown is to address aesthetic needs, restore tooth function, and enhance the overall health of the mouth. It also replaces and recovers a large surface area of the original tooth that may have broken off, thus the crown is used to preserve the remaining natural tooth.
A bridge typically consists of two crowns holding a false tooth (known as a pontic) in between. This is to replace a missing tooth.
Traditionally, an old porcelain-fused-to-metal crown was commonly used. However, with advancements in technology and aesthetic choices, an all-porcelain tooth-coloured crown is now used. We will no longer see the dark line from the metal in the crown anymore.
During the first visit, your dentist will shape the teeth to mimic the final restoration, providing stable support and a proper fit, along with the crowns and bridges. Teeth impressions are taken, creating a replica that the dental laboratory uses to model the final restoration. You can choose the colour, shape, and size of the crown and bridge, which will match the rest of your teeth. A temporary restoration is done to protect and maintain the space left by the (missing) tooth until the new restoration is ready.
With the advancement of CAD-CAM technology, crowns can now be fabricated within the same day, eliminating the need for temporary restorations. When a dental crown is completed on the same day, you will require fewer injections and clinic visits.
On the second visit (if necessary), our doctor will remove the temporary restoration, fit the crowns and bridges, and ensure they fit and meet your expectations. After the restoration is adjusted and approved, it will be permanently secured with an adhesive bonding agent or cement.
What is a Permanent Bridge?
Permanent bridges look, feel and function very much like natural teeth than removable bridges. It does not require any removal from the mouth for cleaning.
How to care for the crowns and bridges?
Caring for crowns and bridges is similar to caring for your own natural set of teeth. Routine brushing, flossing, and seeking regular professional care are required to maintain the appearance of them and the health of the supporting teeth and gums.
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