Crowns and Bridges

When it comes to restoring your natural teeth and restoring the functions of your mouth that you otherwise couldn’t due to missing teeth, dental bridges and crowns are considered as the right options. Here’s an overview of both of these restorative dentistry services.

What are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a tooth. The cap restores the tooth’s shape and size, strength, and appearance. They tend to last for 15-40 years depending on which type you choose and how you take care of the crowns.

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Types
1. Metal (stainless steel, gold, palladium, nickel, or chromium)
2. Porcelain-fused-to-metal
3. All-resin
4. All-ceramic
5. All-porcelain
6. Onlays and 3/4 crowns

What are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is a false tooth (called a pontic) that is held in place by the abutment teeth on either side of the gap. With proper care, dental bridges survive for 10-15 years.

Types
● Traditional
● Cantilever
● Maryland
● Implant-supported

Signs for Getting a Crown or a Bridge
● Large cavities that can’t be filled
● Missing teeth when a bridge is needed
● Restore a broken tooth or a severely worn down tooth
● Coverage for dental implants
● Cracked, worn down, or weak teeth
● Restoration after a root canal
● Cosmetic reasons like discoloured or badly shaped teeth