Crowns and Bridges

Smile Restoration with Dental Crowns and Bridges

A missing tooth or imperfect smile can impact not only your appearance but also your self-esteem, overall health, and comfort in social situations. At Beam Dental, we offer a range of restorative treatments to replace missing teeth, with dental crowns and bridges being two of the most effective solutions.

Benefits of Restoring Teeth with Crowns and Bridges

By replacing missing teeth with crowns and bridges, we can enhance both your self-confidence and your health. Restoring your smile helps you feel more at ease and comfortable when interacting with others.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown, also known as a cap, is a prosthetic designed to replicate a natural tooth. Crowns can restore missing teeth, cover damaged ones, or protect a tooth after a root canal or implant placement.

Dental crowns are hollow on the inside and are custom-made to fit over a damaged or misshapen tooth, a dental implant, or a post from a root canal.

Receiving a Crown: What to Expect

Before placing a crown, the dentist will prepare the natural tooth. This preparation ensures that the tooth fits perfectly inside the crown and has enough space for a secure bond.

To prepare the tooth, the dentist will gently shape it to create a uniform size and fit. The crown is then permanently attached using dental cement.

Dental Crown Treatment: What Can a Crown Do?

At Beam Dental, we use crowns to address both cosmetic and restorative dental concerns. Some common uses for crowns include:

• Root Canal Protection: Safeguarding the remaining tooth after a root canal.

• Tooth Replacement: Placing crowns on dental implants to replace missing teeth.

• Dental Bridges: Anchoring a bridge to restore a missing tooth.

• Decay Protection: Covering a tooth after decay removal.

• Strengthening Teeth: Protecting a chipped or cracked tooth from further damage.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a prosthetic used to fill the gap created by missing teeth. It consists of artificial teeth (pontics) that are supported by anchors, which can be either natural teeth or dental implants. Bridges work well for consecutive missing teeth and help restore the natural bite, fitting comfortably with neighboring and opposing teeth. When crafted properly, a dental bridge looks and functions like a natural set of teeth. 4 Types of Dental Bridges There are four main types of dental bridges, differentiated by how they are anchored:

1. Traditional Bridge: Uses crowns to anchor the bridge to natural teeth on both sides of the gap.

2. Maryland Bonded Bridge: Attaches using dental bonding and metal wings to adjacent teeth.

3. Implant-Supported Bridge: Anchored by dental implants, providing a secure, long-lasting solution.

4. Cantilever Bridge: Anchored at only one end, typically placed at the end of a dental arch.

Which Treatment is Right for You?

The best treatment option depends on your individual needs, oral health, and goals. If you're missing a single tooth or several consecutive teeth, a bridge may be the ideal solution. During your complimentary consultation at Beam Dental, our dentist will discuss your desired outcomes, assess your oral health, and take a 3D scan of your teeth. This will help us determine which treatment option is best suited to meet your needs. Once we have a clear understanding of your goals, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan designed to deliver optimal results while fitting your budget.

‍Restore Your Smile at Beam Dental

Dental crowns and bridges can be the perfect solution for restoring your smile, whether due to tooth loss, damage, or other dental concerns. At Beam Dental, our experienced dentists use cutting-edge technology and a commitment to excellence to help patients achieve their smile restoration goals. To learn more about dental crowns and bridges, contact us today. With multiple locations in New York and New Jersey, we invite you to schedule your complimentary consultation at the Beam Dental office most convenient for you.