What are dental crowns and bridges?
What are dental crowns and bridges?
Dental crowns and bridges are proven restorative treatments used to repair damaged teeth and replace missing ones. When a tooth becomes too weakened or decayed to support a filling, a dental crown can be placed over it to restore its strength, shape, and appearance. Crowns are also commonly recommended following root canal therapy and may be used in cosmetic smile improvements.
A dental bridge replaces one or several missing teeth in a row. The restoration uses crowns placed on healthy teeth on each side of the gap. Between these crowns, an artificial tooth, called a pontic, is secured in place, filling the space and restoring both function and aesthetics.