Crowns and Bridges
DENTAL CROWNS
Dental Crown is a fixed prosthetic covering that’s used to help save an infected tooth. They are glued using dental cement, onto your existing teeth or dental implants and can again be removed by a dentist if required. Also commonly called as “caps”. Dental crowns are put in place to completely cover a damaged tooth.
Signs you need Dental crowns
1. A cracked tooth without symptoms.
2. The patient experiences sensitivity to bite pressure and temperature, particularly the cold.
3. Deep decay. Once the dentist removes the decay, there will not be enough tooth structure left to support a filling.
4. The patient has had or needs root canal treatment
5. The tooth has a large filling that is breaking down
Benefits of Dental Crowns
1. Reduces pain/sensitivity caused by a cracked tooth
2. Prevents a crack from progressing and damaging the nerve of the tooth
3. Improves the aesthetics of damaged teeth or those with larges silver fillings
4. Improves occlusion (the bite) to prevent or ease pain from TMJ disorder.
DENTAL BRIDGE
When multiple connected crowns are placed over your existing teeth for one or more missing teeth, prosthesis is called as dental bridge. At ROOTS DENTAL CARE, Dr .Gupta will evaluate for crown and bridge to be done in your oral cavity. If the following signs/symptoms are present, restorative work will be advised.
Types of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are a crucial component of cosmetic dentistry, aiding in the restoration of cracked or missing teeth. Understanding the various types of dental bridges is essential for patients considering this treatment option.
1. Traditional dental bridges : The most common type, a traditional dental bridge, involves shaping adjacent tooth or teeth on either side of missing teeth, to receive crowns over them and artificial crown for missing tooth is suspended between them. Suitable for patients missing a single tooth or multiple teeth in a row.
2.Cantilever bridges : Cantilever bridges are similar to traditional bridges, but the pontic is supported by a teeth on one side rather than on both the sides. Ideal for cases where there is only one natural tooth beside the gap3, .
3. Maryland bonded bridges : Also known as resin-bonded bridges, Maryland bridges consist of a artificial tooth held in place by metal or porcelain wings bonded to the adjacent teeth.
4. Implant-Supported bridges : These bridges are anchored to dental implants surgically placed in the jawbone, providing strong support and stability.
Use: Recommended for patients with multiple missing teeth or those seeking a more permanent solution.
Signs you need a Dental Bridge
1. The patient is missing one or more teeth
2. The patient has a removable partial denture but want permanent fixed teeth.
Benefits of Dental Bridges
1. Promotes a balanced bite, reducing the risk of excess stress on adjacent teeth.
2. Allows patients to eat with ease.
3. Prevents adjacent teeth from shifting
4. Helps maintain the shape of the patient’s face
Selecting the right type of dental bridge depends on various factors such as the number of missing teeth, the location of the gap, and individual preferences. Contact us for any assistance regarding dental bridge or crown in your oral cavity.
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