Crowning & Bridge

Crown & Bridge

What is Crown & Bridge?

Dental restorations known as crowns and bridges are utilized to repair and replace damaged or missing teeth. A crown, also referred to as a cap, is a custommade covering that is placed over the visible portion of a damaged tooth to enhance its strength and appearance. Crowns can be made from different materials such as porcelain, metal and zirconia.

Crown & Bridge

What is a Dental Crown?

To make room for the crown, the affected tooth will undergo a dental preparation process. The crown will then be custom-made in a dental laboratory, taking into account the precise measurements of the prepared tooth. Once completed, the crown will be securely attached to your tooth using dental cement.

Types of crown/bridge material :

Suitable for back teeth because of its appearance . Metal crown and bridge is the most economical.

This material is very aesthetic and natural looking and is full ceramic. It has considerable strength , mostly used for front teeth and certain back teeth .

This material is another type of ceramic crown , which is very strong and commonly used for back teeth . New advancement for this material allows it to be used for the front teeth as well . Zirconia is natural looking and very friendly to the gums . Our lab produces zirconia crown and bridges with milling machines and 3D designs them .

Crown & Bridge

Do I Need a Dental Crown?

You may need dental crowns if :

  1. You have severe tooth decay.
  2. You have extensive dental attrition.
  3. Your teeth have been broken or chipped severely.
  4. You have developmental abnormalities in your teeth, such as teeth that are smaller than average or not fully formed.
  5. Your teeth have cracks that need to be prevented from spreading and causing irreversible damage to your tooth pulp and overall tooth structure.
  6. You have received a Root Canal Treatment, particularly for your larger molars.
  7. You have missing teeth
  8. Your teeth have an unappealing color, shape, or alignment, and you are interested in a Smile Makeover.
Crown & Bridge

What is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is fabricated to replace missing teeth and is a permanent solution .Supporting teeth will be prepared similarly to the process of fitting a crown. This preparation is necessary to create the necessary space for your bridge. The bridge will then be custom-made in a dental laboratory, taking into account the precise dimensions of the supporting teeth. Once the bridge is ready, it will be cemented onto the supporting teeth..

Do I Need a Dental Bridge?

A bridge is a method used to replace missing teeth

  1. The replacement of small to moderate gaps resulting from the absence of 1 tooth or more
  2. Patients seeking a tooth replacement solution that remains in their mouth continuously, day and night.

  3.  Patients with supporting teeth that are healthy and appropriate to sustain a bridge.

  4. Patients who are unable to undergo dental implants, such as those with specific medical conditions or insufficient bone volume

  5. Swiftly and temporarily replacing teeth that have been unexpectedly lost, for example, due to trauma.
Crown & Bridge

Treatment Procedure

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During your Crown or Bridge consultation, your dentist will address your concerns, conduct a comprehensive examination of your teeth, and perform any required X-rays, measurements, or pulp tests. You will receive information about whether any of your teeth would benefit from a crown or bridge, as well as alternative treatment options. In case a crown or bridge is deemed necessary, different types of crowns and bridges will be discussed and selected based on your condition and expectations.

A core filling material will be placed to repair significant gaps in the supporting teeth for your bridge. These gaps might have occurred due to decay, wear, breakage, and other reasons. Additionally, gum contouring will be performed to ensure secure and successful placement of the core filling material and crown or bridge on the supporting teeth.

After completing all the necessary pre-treatment preparations, two appointments are required to finalize a crown or bridge. The first appointment involves making any essential preparations or adjustments to the supporting teeth and taking precise measurements. At white 32 , we are a fully digitalized clinic . We utilize an intraoral scanner to take an impression of the prepared teeth and it will be sent to the laboratory to fabricate your crown and bridge.

The final bridge will be cemented with a dental cement during this procedure.

Treatment Procedure

Crown Preparation

A bridge is a method used to replace missing teeth.

  1. The preparation for a single tooth crown typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Prior to starting the procedure, the relevant tooth will be numbed with a local anaesthetic, unless it has undergone a root canal treatment before. As a result, you will not experience any pain during the procedure, but may feel some pressure or vibrations
  2. During the preparation, material is removed from the outer surfaces of the tooth to create space and margins for the crown to securely fit.
  3. An intraoral scan and mould of the tooth are then taken and sent to a dental laboratory to construct the crown. If you are opting for a porcelain-fused-to-metal or full ceramic crown, you will have the opportunity to choose the desired colour with your dentist
  4. In the meantime, a temporary crown that matches the color of your tooth will be made and placed over the prepared tooth to protect it. It is important to avoid biting on hard or chewy foods with the temporary crown.
  5. If the temporary crown chips or comes off prematurely, it is recommended to visit your dentist as soon as possible.
Crown Fit

The crown fit appointment typically takes 15 to 30 minutes. During this visit, the temporary crown will be removed, and the final permanent crown will be tried on. The purpose of this is to ensure that the crown fits well, aligns properly with your bite and neighboring teeth, and meets your satisfaction in terms of color and overall appearance. Some minor adjustments may be necessary. Once everything is finalized, the permanent crown will be securely cemented onto your tooth. Local anesthesia is usually not required for this part of the procedure.

Treatment Procedure

Bridge Preparation

  1. The preparation for a bridge typically takes 30 to 90 minutes. Prior to starting the procedure, the supporting teeth involved will be fully numbed with a local anaesthetic, unless a root canal treatment has been previously performed. As a result, you will not experience any pain during the procedure, but you may feel some pressure or vibrations.
  2. Material is removed from the outer surfaces of the supporting teeth to create space and margins where the bridge can be securely placed, ensuring a seamless fit.
  3. To construct your bridge, an intraoral scan or impression of your supporting teeth and the space between them will be taken. This scan or impression will then be sent to a dental laboratory where your bridge will be fabricated. During this process, you will have the opportunity to choose the exact color you would like your bridge to be by discussing it with your dentist.
  4. As your final bridge is being created, a temporary bridge or temporary denture in a tooth-colored material will be made to temporarily fill the gap.
  5. To protect the integrity of the temporary bridge, it is best to avoid biting down on foods that are hard or chewy. If the temporary bridge happens to chip or come off unexpectedly, it is important to promptly schedule an appointment with your dentist for repair or replacement
Bridge Fit

During your bridge fitting appointment, which typically takes between 20 and 45 minutes, your temporary bridge will be removed and the final bridge will be tried-in. This step ensures that the bridge fits securely, complements the alignment of your bite and adjacent teeth, and satisfies your expectations for color and overall aesthetic appearance.

Minor adjustments may be necessary during this phase. Once the bridge has been finalized, it will be permanently secured in place on your supporting teeth using dental cement. It is typically not necessary to use local anesthesia for this part of the procedure.

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