Aurora Dental Crowns & Bridges
Does your smile feel incomplete due to damaged, weak, or missing teeth? If so, you may benefit from a dental crown or dental bridge procedure. Dental crowns are tooth-colored caps that fit over and blend with existing teeth. Dental bridges are three or more crowns that bridge together to replace a missing tooth. At Dental Solutions of Central Park, our team can create and place a dental crown or bridge to restore your smile. Reach out to our office to schedule your restorative dentistry appointment today!
For patients missing one or more teeth, dental implants may offer a permanent alternative to traditional bridges.
Get In TouchHow do I know if I need a dental crown or a bridge?
A dental crown and dental bridge can restore your smile. However, your smile may benefit from one more than the other. For example, if you’re missing one or more teeth in a row, a dental bridge can replace the teeth that are missing. If you have all your teeth, but one or several are damaged or have decay, dental crowns or tooth crowns can restore their appearance and function.
What is the difference between a dental crown and a dental bridge?
Dental crowns are tooth-colored caps placed over an individual tooth to protect or support it. Dental bridges replace missing teeth. A dental bridge has crowns at the end that can fuse to existing teeth to help keep the replacement tooth stable. If you believe you need a dental crown or bridge, Drs. Blake and Hunter Weber are happy to evaluate your smile!
Dental crowns are often recommended after root canal treatment to protect and strengthen the restored tooth.
How often will you need a new crown?
Once you’ve completed the dental crown procedure, you’ll be provided with care information about your newly placed crown. How you care for your crown, as well as which material the crown is made out of, will impact how often you’ll need to replace the crown. On average, a dental crown can last up to ten years! If your crown is damaged or falls out at any time, give our office a call about our dental crowns in Aurora, CO to get a replacement.
The Crown Treatment Process
A dental crown is typically completed over two appointments. During the first visit, the dentist prepares the tooth by removing a thin layer of enamel to create space for the crown. A digital or physical impression is then taken and sent to a dental laboratory where the custom crown is fabricated. A temporary crown protects the prepared tooth while the permanent restoration is being made. At the second appointment, the temporary crown is removed and the permanent crown is bonded into place. The result is a durable, natural-looking restoration that blends with the surrounding teeth.
Bridge Options and Candidacy
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Traditional bridges use crowns on the adjacent teeth as anchors, while cantilever bridges attach to a single anchor tooth. Candidates for a bridge must have healthy supporting teeth or dental implants to serve as anchors. The choice between a bridge and an implant depends on factors such as the location of the missing tooth, the health of the surrounding teeth, and the patient’s overall oral health.
Caring for Crowns and Bridges
Crowns and bridges require the same daily care as natural teeth — brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and attending regular dental checkups. Patients with bridges should use a floss threader or interdental brush to clean beneath the artificial tooth where food particles can accumulate. Avoiding habits such as chewing ice, biting hard objects, or using teeth as tools helps extend the lifespan of the restoration. With proper care, dental crowns and bridges can last many years.
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