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Crown & Bridge

What is a bridge?
A bridge is a dental appliance that replaces one or more natural missing teeth, thereby “bridging” the space between two teeth. Fixed bridges are cemented into place next to the “abutment” teeth—surrounding teeth on either side of the space, or “span.” Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the mouth by the patient.

A fixed bridge is a device that typically consists of three units—a pontic (false tooth) fused between two crowns that are cemented onto the abutment teeth.

Who should get a bridge?
If you are missing any teeth and are committed to maintaining good oral hygiene practices, you may be a good candidate for a bridge. A bridge is one of the most natural choices to fill the space in your mouth left by missing teeth.

If left unfilled, this space can cause the surrounding teeth to drift out of position and can cause teeth and gums to become more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease that can cause further tooth loss.

What is a crown?
Dental crowns, also known as “caps,” preserve the functionality of damaged teeth. Crowns may be used to protect a cracked tooth, restore functionality of a tooth with excessive decay, or replace a pre-existing crown. The purpose of a dental crown is to encase a needy tooth with a custom-designed material.

The three predominant choices of restorative materials for the full coverage crowns are:

Porcelain-fused-to-metal
All-ceramic (all-porcelain)
Gold

The material selected is determined by the clinical demands at hand; esthetic demands, strength requirements, material durability and restorative space available.

To see a demo of these services and more information, please click on the Caesy symbol.

A comfortable dental experience.
Our dentists believe that you deserve the most comfortable dental care possible, and you’ll notice this each time you visit. What’s more, our dentists know that you may associate pain and discomfort with dental treatment. And that’s why they provide both gentle touch anesthesia and in-office sedation, along with a soft touch and reassuring words.

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