Crowns and Bridges at Dee Why Dental: Restoring Your Smile and Confidence
If you have damaged, decayed, or missing teeth, crowns and bridges offer durable, natural-looking solutions to restore both the function and appearance of your smile. At Dee Why Dental, our expert team provides high-quality dental crowns and bridges that can repair individual teeth or replace multiple missing teeth, giving you the confidence to smile, eat, and speak comfortably again.
What are Crowns and Bridges?
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that is placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are often used to:
Protect a tooth weakened by decay or after a root canal treatment.
Restore a tooth that is broken or worn down.
Cover a dental implant or anchor a dental bridge.
Improve the appearance of a discoloured or misshapen tooth.
Crowns are typically made from materials like porcelain, ceramic, or metal alloys, offering a durable and aesthetic solution that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth.
A dental bridge is a restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by using the surrounding natural teeth or dental implants for support. The bridge consists of one or more artificial teeth, known as pontics, which are anchored by crowns placed on the adjacent teeth. This creates a “bridge” over the gap left by missing teeth.
Bridges are an effective solution for:
Filling gaps caused by missing teeth.
Restoring your ability to chew and speak properly.
Preventing remaining teeth from shifting out of position.
Maintaining the shape and structure of your face.
Benefits of Crowns and Bridges
Both crowns and bridges offer significant advantages for patients with damaged or missing teeth:
Restores Functionality: Crowns protect weakened teeth and restore chewing and biting function, while bridges allow you to eat and speak naturally again.
Improves Aesthetics: Both crowns and bridges are designed to match the colour and shape of your natural teeth, creating a seamless, beautiful smile.
Prevents Shifting: Missing teeth can cause surrounding teeth to shift out of alignment. Bridges prevent this movement, maintaining proper tooth alignment.
Long-Lasting Solution: With proper care, dental crowns and bridges can last for many years, providing a durable solution to restore your smile.
The Crowns and Bridges Process at Dee Why Dental
At Dee Why Dental, we’re committed to providing comfortable, personalised care for all patients. Here’s what you can expect during the crowns and bridges process:
For Crowns:
Consultation: We examine your teeth and take X-rays to determine if a crown is needed.
Tooth Preparation: The tooth is reshaped, and any decay is treated before placing a temporary crown.
Impressions: We take impressions to create a custom crown.
Permanent Placement: The custom crown is bonded to your tooth for a perfect fit.
For Bridges:
Consultation: We evaluate your teeth to see if a bridge is the best option for replacing missing teeth.
Tooth Preparation: Adjacent teeth are prepared to support the bridge.
Impressions: We create a custom bridge and place a temporary one while it’s crafted.
Permanent Placement: The bridge is securely cemented in place for comfort and function.
Permanent Bridge Placement: Once your custom bridge is ready, it will be cemented into place, and we’ll ensure that it fits comfortably and functions properly.
Caring for Your Crowns and Bridges
With proper care, crowns and bridges can last many years. To maintain their longevity, follow these tips:
Practise Good Oral Hygiene: Brush twice a day and floss daily, paying special attention to the area around your crowns and bridges.
Avoid Hard or Sticky Foods: Chewing on hard objects like ice or sticky candies can damage your restoration.
Regular Dental Checkups: Visit Dee Why Dental for routine cleanings and exams to ensure your crowns and bridges remain in excellent condition.
Are Crowns and Bridges Right for You?
You may be a good candidate for crowns if you have:
A tooth that is weakened, cracked, or severely worn down.
A tooth that has undergone a root canal and needs protection.
Discoloured or misshapen teeth that you want to improve cosmetically.
You may be a candidate for a dental bridge if you have:
One or more missing teeth.
Healthy teeth or dental implants to support the bridge.
A desire to restore your ability to chew and speak properly while improving the appearance of your smile.
Crowns and Bridges vs. Other Restorative Options
When considering crowns and bridges, it’s helpful to compare them to other restorative options:
Dental Implants: Implants offer a permanent solution for missing teeth, but they require surgery and a longer healing period. Bridges may be a better option for those looking for a non-surgical solution.
Veneers: Veneers are typically used for cosmetic purposes to improve the appearance of the front teeth. Crowns are stronger and more durable, often used to restore the function of weakened or damaged teeth.
Dentures: Dentures are removable and may be used for full arch tooth replacement. Bridges are fixed in place and provide a more stable and natural-feeling solution for replacing a few missing teeth.
Ready to Restore Your Smile with Crowns and Bridges?
If you’re ready to restore your smile and improve the function of your teeth, contact Dee Why Dental today to schedule a consultation. Our experienced team will help you determine whether crowns and bridges are the right solution for your dental needs.