05 Mar An Overview of Dental Crowns and Tooth Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges help you solve a wide range of oral health issues that affect the look and the feel of teeth. Keep reading to learn more about these and how they can help you regain the aesthetic appeal and the function of your smile:
Dental Crowns and Bridges
If you get a crown or a bridge, the dentist affixes it to the tooth. Unlike removable dentures, these prosthetic devices become a fixed addition to your smile. You must return to the dentist if you ever need to get them removed.
Dental Crowns and Their Uses
When a dentist uses a dental crown, he or she can use it to cover up a tooth that is chipped, cracked, discolored, or damaged in some other way. The dental crown adds strength and restores a more natural appearance to the teeth. They can also be used to correct slight alignment issues. Dental crowns often restore function to a damaged tooth and allow patients to bite and to talk as they normally would. Porcelain crowns can match the natural teeth, which gives patients the most natural looking results.
Dental Bridges and Their Uses
If you are missing one or more teeth, the dentist might use a bridge to replace the missing tooth. The bridge stretches across the area to prevent other teeth from shifting into this gap. They are cemented to nearby natural teeth to create an anchor that keeps the bridge in the mouth. The dentist can also match the dental bridge to your other teeth to give you natural looking results.
If you are having trouble with your teeth, schedule an appointment with John R. Carson DDS to get the treatment you need. From general to cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Carson provides some of the best treatment options in the Tucson area. Our staff is committed to helping you get a functional and beautiful smile. Call (520) 514-7203 to find out how.