What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that cover teeth entirely, restoring their strength and function. They are used to strengthen and restore weak, damaged, or worn teeth, cover dental implants, or hold dental bridges in place. They can also be used to improve the color, size, shape, or overall appearance of teeth. At Lake Vista Dentistry, we offer the highest-quality FDA-approved crown materials, including lithium disilicate (E-max) and zirconia.
A dental bridge, on the other hand, is a fixed partial denture used to “bridge” a gap created by one or more missing teeth in a row. It consists of dental crowns placed on anchoring teeth on either side of the gap, known as abutments, with one or more replacement teeth known as pontics in between. At Lake Vista Dentistry, we use the same high-quality materials as our dental crowns to create aesthetic and durable restorations.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges?
- They Look Natural: Your new dental crowns or bridges are meticulously made to match your natural teeth, enhancing your smile and confidence.
- They Restore Function: A dental crown or bridge helps to restore your ability to chew and enjoy your favorite foods and makes it easier to speak clearly.
- They Protect Your Teeth: Restoring a tooth with a dental crown provides strength and support and reduces the potential for further decay, infection, damage, or breakage.
- They Prevent Teeth from Shifting: Filling a gap in your smile prevents the neighboring teeth from shifting, which could lead to misaligned teeth, problems with the bite, and even further tooth loss.
- They Preserve Your Bite: Restoring your smile with a dental crown or bridge redistributes the forces of your bite and helps with reducing the risk of periodontal disease, uneven tooth wear, and tooth fracture.
- They Are Durable: Dental crowns and bridges offer a long-term restorative dentistry solution, lasting for many years with proper oral hygiene practices and regular dental visits.
What Is the Dental Crowns and Bridges Procedure?
- Your Initial Consultation: We will start with a comprehensive assessment of your oral health. This may include examining your teeth, taking digital x-rays, discussing your goals for your smile, and outlining your treatment options.
- Preparing Your Tooth or Teeth:For a dental crown, we will prepare the tooth by reshaping it to accommodate your restoration. For a bridge, we will prepare the two teeth neighboring the gap to accommodate the supporting crowns.
- Taking Impressions: We will take digital impressions of your prepared tooth or teeth, which lab technicians use to create your custom restoration. Meanwhile, we will place a temporary crown or bridge to protect your prepared teeth.
- Placing Your Restoration: When your crown or bridge is ready, you'll return to our office. We will ensure your restoration provides a precise perfectfit before cementing it in place and making final adjustments for a comfortable bite.
- Follow-Up Care: Caring for your new crown or bridge is similar to caring for natural teeth. Regular brushing and flossing and twice-yearly visits to Lake Vista Dentistry for routine dental exams and cleanings will ensure the longevity of your restorations.
Dental Crowns and Bridges Near Me in Mesa, AZ
Contact Lake Vista Dentistry to learn more about restoring weak, damaged, or missing teeth with a dental crown or bridge. Our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring you enjoy a smile that is as healthy as it is beautiful.
Call 480-832-3400 or visit us online to schedule your appointment today!
Why Choose Lake Vista Dentistry?
At Lake Vista Dentistry, we believe in more than caring for your smile. We are dedicated to treating the whole person. As a patient-centered practice, we strive to elevate the dental experience, providing our patients with positive experiences they'll enjoy again and again. Our integrated psychology training helps address dental phobia and anxiety rooted in past traumatic dental experiences, helping build positive associations with the dentist.
Our team at Lake Vista Dentistry strives to create a warm and caring environment where you can always expect exceptional care. Our cutting-edge technology, modern techniques, sedation dentistry options, and gentle approach help even the most anxious patients relax in the dentist's chair. At Lake Vista Dentistry, your comfort and well-being are always at the forefront of everything we do.
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