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Dental Crowns and Bridges

If you have missing or damaged teeth, we understand that it can affect your confidence. At St Mary’s Dental Practice we can restore your teeth with a long-lasting solution – dental crowns and bridges.

Crowns

A dental crown is custom made prosthetic, which is cemented over the implant or tooth, to cover it completely. Traditionally, crowns have been manufactured using metals or a ceramic material. The latest technology in dentistry allows us to use materials like Zirconium. This substance is extremely strong and durable, which eliminates the need for a metal sub-structure for the crown. These crowns are the highest standard in the dentistry field, offering you the ultimate aesthetic result.

Dental Crowns and Bridges - Crown Diagram

Crowns are used for several reasons:

How long do crowns last and how do I care for them?

On average, crowns can last for up to 15 years or more, with the right aftercare. Also, you can usually treat your crown just as you would a natural tooth.

Regular teeth brushing (twice a day) and daily flossing will help to maintain the condition of the crown. As well as benefiting your overall oral health. Even though a fitted crown acts as a protective barrier, the tooth underneath can still sustain damage or start to suffer from additional decay. When you brush and floss your teeth you need to ensure that you pay special attention to the gum line. This will help to prevent plaque from building up and will ensure that your teeth, gums and crowns stay healthy.

We advise regular check-ups with your dentist to detect any problems with your crown. We will them be able to recommend the necessary treatment.

If I do not have a crown what will happen to my tooth?

A few different scenarios may happen if you do not go ahead with the treatment:

Bridge Diagram Dentist in Wallingford

Bridges

A dental bridge is a permanent replacement solution for missing teeth. They are made up of one or more prosthetic teeth. The bridge is retained on either side of your teeth.

A bridge is custom made, to suit your smile exactly. This allows it to blend in seamlessly with your natural teeth. You will be able to speak and eat normally.

The teeth will be shaped to receive a crown that supports the bridge. We will take impressions of your teeth, which will be custom-made, to make a replacement tooth and bridge support. Porcelain is a popular choice of material for bridges, due to its natural tooth colour. On your next visit, your dentist will permanently fix your bridge in place.

FAQ's

Dental bridges will generally last a long time – with good care and maintenance, you can expect a bridge to last 10 years or more.

Dental bridges typically don’t hurt. When your dentist performs the treatment, a local anaesthetic is used to numb the area. Once the numbing effects ease off, you may experience slight pain and sensitivity. Over the counter medication will help you. If you experience severe pain, please contact your dentist immediately, as this is not normal.

Traditionally, fixed bridges are permanently cemented into your mouth. If you choose a removable, partial dental bridge, then you will be able to remove it at any time. Many patients remove their dental bridges while they sleep and for cleaning purposes.