Crowns and Bridges
Occasionally, a tooth can deteriorate severely due to advanced decay, trauma, root canal therapy or poor oral hygiene. Or one or more teeth may need to be removed. Whether it's a fragile, badly damaged tooth or a gap in your dentition, these situations can unfortunately affect the functionality and overall health of your mouth, as well as diminishing your self-confidence.
At Clinique Dentaire Wayne Dionne in Edmundston, we offer two of the most effective and affordable solutions to help you regain a healthy, full smile: dental crowns and bridges.
Crown or bridge?
Although very similar, crowns and dental bridges are two different things, each with a specific purpose.
The crown
Custom-made to fit your natural tooth perfectly, a dental crown is a cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth. It restores the tooth's shape, size and strength, while improving its appearance.
The dental bridge
Perfect for replacing one or two missing teeth, a dental bridge rests securely on the neighboring teeth in the gap. Composed of artificial teeth fixed by crowns, they fill the gaps left by missing teeth and restore your smile to its full glory.
A customized plan for optimum results
During your first visit, we carry out a comprehensive assessment of your oral health. We also take the time to discuss your needs and expectations to select the best treatment. Then we create a customized plan that's just right for you.
A meticulous process
Tooth preparation
When your tooth is severely damaged or decayed, your dentist first removes the damaged parts. Next, he or she sculpts the tooth with great precision to make room for the crown.
Fingerprinting
Your dentist then takes impressions of the prepared tooth and adjacent teeth, since your crown or bridge must be custom-made.
Design
These impressions are then sent to a laboratory where your custom-made dental crown or bridge will be designed by specialists.
Temporary crown or bridge
While waiting for your permanent crown or bridge to be made, your dentist will place a temporary crown or bridge to protect the prepared tooth or teeth and prevent the situation from worsening.
During your first visit, we carry out a comprehensive assessment of your oral health. We also take the time to discuss your needs and expectations to select the best treatment. Then we create a customized plan that's just right for you.
Permanent installation
When you return to your dentist, the temporary crown or bridge is gently removed and the new crown or bridge is carefully inspected to ensure a perfect fit and harmonious color. Some fine-tuning may be required to ensure a perfect fit. Once everything is perfect, the permanent crown or bridge is fixed in place using a special dental cement.
Your dentist then makes a few final checks to ensure your comfort and, if necessary, make any necessary adjustments.
Dental crowns and bridges are the best way to restore your smile and oral health. If you have one or more damaged or missing teeth, come and meet us to discuss the best options for you. Our dedicated team will be with you every step of the way, so you can smile with pride again.
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