CROWN & BRIDGES

Crown and bridges are common dental prosthetic devices used to restore damaged or missing teeth. They are designed to improve the function and appearance of your teeth and mouth.

Dental Crowns:

• A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.  
• Crowns are often used when a tooth has a large filling, extensive decay, a fracture, or has undergone a root canal treatment.  
• They can be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys (such as gold or silver), or a combination of materials.

Dental Bridges:  

• A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth (pontics) to adjacent natural teeth, which serve as support or abutment teeth.  
• Bridges can help restore your ability to chew and speak properly and maintain the shape of your face.  
• There are several types of bridges, including traditional bridges (where the artificial teeth are held in place by dental crowns on adjacent teeth) and implant-supported bridges (where dental implants serve as support instead of natural teeth).  
• The choice of bridge depends on factors like the location of the missing teeth, the condition of adjacent teeth, and the patient's preference.  
• Like crowns, dental bridges can also be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, and metal alloys.