Crowns
& Bridges
If you have teeth that are severely decayed
or missing, tooth crowns and tooth
bridges are a common and effective solution. A crown will
preserve the tooth's natural root, giving it a new chewing
surface; and a bridge will fill gaps with artificial teeth.
Crowns and bridges are used separately or in combination
to correct a variety of tooth problems and restore your healthy,
beautiful smile.
Crowns
Dental crowns are tooth covers made of porcelain,
which are bonded to the natural tooth with a laser-activated
resin material. The porcelain is custom-colored to match your
existing teeth.
Bridges
Bridges are false teeth to replace missing teeth. The false
teeth - called "pontics" - are also made of porcelain. The
pontic fills the hole left by the missing teeth, and is attached
to crowns over the natural teeth on either side.
Placing crowns and/or bridges typically involves three appointments
over the course of about a month. First, you'll meet with
one of our excellent doctors for a free initial consultation.
That's when a course of treatment will be determined.
During the second appointment, an impression of your mouth
will be taken, which is used to create custom-fitted crowns
and/or bridges - designed to match the shape, color and size
of your existing teeth. The crowns and bridges
are applied during a third appointment. The end result is
a full, dazzling smile, free of gaps, chips, cracks and damage.
If you are located in the San Francisco or Oakland area and
would like to learn more about how porcelain crowns can improve
the look of your smile, please schedule
a complimentary consultation with us today.
For more information, please
call: (510) 232-3143 or send an
email today.
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