Crowns are used to fix a single tooth. Bridges are used to replace missing teeth. By placing a cap on the teeth adjacent to a missing tooth, Dr. Stewart and Dr. Buffington can use those caps to support an artificial tooth to fill in the missing space. This is referred to as a “bridge.”
A bridge is an excellent and speedy way to replace a missing tooth. Both bridges and dental implants are extremely common ways to replace missing teeth in Greeley,
Benefits of Dental Crowns
When it comes to repairing and protecting your teeth, dental crowns can be a great solution.
Benefits of dental crowns include:
- Minimally invasive procedure
- Restores the appearance of your smile while protecting your tooth
- Customized for your tooth and to match your natural teeth
- Durable and can last well over a decade
- Can help save a tooth that would otherwise need an extraction
- A versatile treatment option that can be used cosmetically and functionally to improve smiles
Dental crowns are also easy to maintain, which is a big plus. We know how busy our patients’ lives are, and we know you need your dental solutions to be as convenient as possible. You can care for your dental crown in the same way you care for your natural teeth: with a good oral hygiene routine and regular visits to Norco Family Dental for teeth cleanings and dental exams.
To get the most out of your dental crown, it is important to address any issues you have with clenching or grinding your teeth. That dental issue, known as bruxism, can wear down your dental crown and cause it to break or fracture. If you believe this is a problem for you, we will happily help you treat it. Dr. Stewart or Dr. Buffington will most likely recommend that you wear a nightguard to help protect your teeth while you sleep, which is an inexpensive and effective solution in most cases.
As with most dental work, you should avoid eating hard or sticky foods when wearing a dental crown.
With dental crowns, you can create a beautiful smile and enjoy better functionality, making them a great choice for a variety of dental problems!
The Dental Crown Procedure in Greeley
The dental crown procedure is relatively simple. In our West Greeley dentist office, we will take carefully examine your mouth and take impressions of your teeth. Those impressions will create a customized crown, which ensures that you get the most beautiful new crown possible with the best fit. Your natural tooth will be prepared to receive the dental crown. Once your crown is created, it will be placed over your natural tooth, completely covering it.
When you leave Norco Family Dental after receiving your dental crown, you will want to share your new smile with the world!
Benefits of Dental Bridges
As far as tooth replacement options go, dental bridges are a great solution for many patients.
Benefits of dental bridges include:
- Convenient and easy to wear
- Comfortable for eating and talking
- Easy to maintain and keep clean
- Restores your attractive smile, blending in with your natural teeth
Dental bridges act as a replacement for your missing teeth, which keeps your remaining teeth from drifting out of place and helps you maintain a healthy jawbone. A dental bridge will also allow you to chew efficiently, which can be difficult when you have teeth missing. With a dental bridge, you can feel confident in your smile again while maintaining your oral health.
Dental bridges are known for being secure but lightweight, making them comfortable to wear. A bridge will be secure in your mouth because it will be anchored to the healthy teeth you have remaining in your smile. A secure tooth replacement option means you don’t have to spend time worrying about your replacement teeth falling out while you are laughing or talking!
We love helping our patients get full, healthy smiles with dental bridges. If you’re considering tooth replacement options, but you aren’t sure which one is right for you, reach out to our Greeley dental office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Stewart or Dr. Buffington. Our experienced dentists can help you create a smile that makes you happy while keeping your teeth and gums healthy!
The Dental Bridge Procedure
One of the best aspects of dental bridges is that they are usually a relatively non-invasive tooth replacement option. Before creating your dental bridge, Dr. Stewart or Dr. Buffington will carefully evaluate your dental situation, ensuring a bridge is the correct choice for your teeth. Then your dentist will shape the teeth that will support the bridge and take impressions of them.
Your bridge will be custom-made using the impressions created by your dentist. Once your bridge is ready, it will be carefully placed into the area where you are missing teeth, and you will leave our dental office with a full, beautiful smile.
Despite their strength, our teeth can be very susceptible to cracking or breaking. Let’s face it, most of us have either had or at least seen someone with a broken or missing tooth. Teeth are often broken in an accident, a fall, or even by an elbow to the mouth in a basketball game. (Be sure to ask Dr. Stewart about what happened to his teeth when he would bite his nails!)
