Crown and Bridges
Both crowns and most bridges are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist. How do Crowns work? A crown is used to entirely cover or "cap" a damaged tooth. Besides strengthening a damaged tooth, a crown can be used to improve its appearance, shape or alignment. A crown can also be placed on top of an implant to provide a tooth-like shape and structure for function.
Porcelain or ceramic crowns can be matched to the colour of your natural teeth. Other materials include gold and metal alloys, acrylic and ceramic. These alloys are generally stronger than porcelain and may be recommended for back teeth. Porcelain bonded to a metal shell is often used because it is both strong and attractive.
Benefits of Crown and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges are two of the most common dental procedures used to restore damaged, decayed, or missing teeth. These procedures offer numerous benefits to patients of all ages, ranging from improved function and appearance to increased confidence and comfort.
- Aesthetic Appeal
- Cost-Effective
- Restore a fractured tooth
- Cover a poorly shaped tooth
- Protect a weak tooth from fracturing