Crowns and Bridges for a Healthy Smile
Effective Solutions for Damaged Teeth
A dental crown, also known as a cap, is a flexible solution that can serve multiple purposes. One of the most common reasons for getting a crown is to repair a tooth that has become significantly damaged or decayed. Custom-designed to fit snugly over the entire tooth, starting at the gumline, a crown helps restore your tooth’s original shape and size.
Crowns can be made from various materials, including gold, porcelain, or porcelain fused to metal. Porcelain crowns are particularly popular because they blend seamlessly with the natural color and appearance of your teeth. Our dentist will guide you in choosing the type of crown that best fits your needs.
You might consider a crown if a tooth is too damaged or decayed for a filling to work effectively. Crowns can also serve several other restorative and cosmetic purposes, such as:
- Protecting a tooth after a root canal treatment
- Anchoring and securing a dental bridge
- Covering and completing a dental implant
- Enhancing the beauty of your smile
- Improving the look of a misshapen tooth
- Strengthening a fractured or weak tooth
At Excel Dental, we’re here to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile!
Veneers
Dental veneers are ultra-thin shells, usually made from porcelain or resin, that are carefully bonded to the front of your teeth to enhance the beauty of your smile. Our dentist may recommend veneers to address various smile imperfections. Porcelain veneers are a fantastic choice because their color and translucence closely resemble natural tooth enamel. Plus, they are stain-resistant, ensuring your smile stays bright for years to come. Resin veneers can also be matched to your natural tooth color. With dental veneers, you can achieve a stunning, natural-looking smile that you’ll love to show off!
Bridges
If you’re missing a single tooth or several in a row, a dental bridge might be the solution you need to restore your smile. A bridge is a fixed dental restoration, meaning it isn’t removable. It is anchored in place using two dental crowns, which are custom-made to fit your smile and are placed on the teeth or dental implants adjacent to the gap left by the missing tooth. These crowns hold the artificial tooth securely in place, ensuring your restoration won’t shift or come loose. Typically, it requires only two visits to our practice to complete a dental bridge. Bridges are designed to last for many years, helping restore the function, beauty, and health of your smile.
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If you’re curious about whether a dental crown, bridge, or veneer is right for you, we invite you to contact us today!
