DENTAL CROWNS AND BRIDGES
Restoring Strength and Function to Your Smile
Restorative dentistry repairs or replaces damaged and missing teeth so you can chew, speak and smile comfortably again.
Crowns and bridges also keep your bite in line, make teeth easier to clean and protect your long-term oral health.
Protect and Strengthen a Damaged Tooth
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers a tooth weakened by decay, a fracture or a large filling. It restores the tooth’s shape and strength.
Crowns can be made from porcelain, ceramic, gold or a combination. Most people choose tooth-coloured materials that blend in with their smile. Getting a crown usually involves:
- Numbing the tooth and removing any decay
- Shaping the tooth so the crown fits precisely
- Taking an impression or digital scan
- Placing a temporary crown to protect the tooth
- Fitting and cementing your permanent crown
Replacing Missing Teeth with Long-Lasting Results
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with artificial teeth anchored to the teeth or implants on either side of the gap.
Bridges can be made from porcelain, ceramic or metal alloys. The main types are:
- Traditional fixed bridge: supported by crowns on the teeth on both sides
- Resin-bonded bridge: often used for front teeth, attached with a thin framework
- Implant-supported bridge: anchored to dental implants instead of natural teeth
- Cantilever bridge: used when there is a natural tooth on only one side
Restore Strength and Confidence to Your Smile
Crowns and bridges are proven ways to restore both the look and function of your teeth. Book a consultation to find the right option for you.