BRIDGES AND CROWNS
by Dr. Shipra Rawal ( Dr. Rawal Dental Centre )
Crowns and bridges are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist.
How do Crowns Work?
A crown is used to entirely cover or "cap" a damaged tooth. Besides strengthening a damaged tooth, a crown can be used to improve its appearance, shape or alignment. A crown can also be placed on top of an implant to provide a tooth-like shape and structure for function. Porcelain or ceramic crowns can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. Other materials include gold and metal alloys, acrylic and ceramic. These alloys are generally stronger than porcelain and may be recommended for back teeth. Porcelain bonded to a metal shell is often used because it is both strong and attractive.
Your dentist may recommend a crown to:
- Replace a large filling when there isn't enough tooth remaining
- Protect a weak tooth from fracturing
- Restore a fractured tooth
- Attach a bridge
- Cover a dental implant
- Cover a discolored or poorly shaped tooth
- Cover a tooth that has had root canal treatment
What are zirconia crowns?
Zirconia is a white solid ceramic glaze and one of several newer materials that combine metal's strength with the aesthetic, tooth-like appeal of porcelain. And zirconia crowns are continually being developed to further improve their performance.
Some of the benefits of zirconium crowns are:
- They somewhat resemble the color of teeth.
- They're durable.
- They can be shaped in the dentist's office and need less preparation than other materials, meaning you can be fitted for your crown and have it placed in one appointment.
- Zirconia can be layered with porcelain for an even more tooth-like aesthetic.
- These crowns can be bonded or cemented to your tooth, giving your dentist more options for your specific needs.
- Zirconia is biocompatible – it won't cause any adverse reactions in your body.
How do Bridges Work?
A bridge may be recommended if you're missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to gum disease and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Bridges are commonly used to replace one or more missing teeth.
You should consider getting a dental bridge or a crown to replace your lost teeth. Get in touch with your Dentist.
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