What are Dental Crowns and Bridges?

Murphy Family Dentistry provides dental crowns and bridges to give you a complete smile with dental prosthetics. Using a bridge that holds the prosthetic teeth, the crowns are anchored to your adjacent teeth to give you a strong, natural-looking new smile. As your dentist in Murphy, we provide the option to treat tooth loss for a complete new smile while giving your remaining teeth the support they need.

Why Choose Bridges and Crowns?

A bridge is often used to cover the space that is suffering from tooth loss. By using the dental crowns, your bridge will stay firmly anchored in place for a long-lasting solution. Bridges and crowns are the most affordable option when treating single or multiple tooth loss. Advancements in dentistry allow the technique to offer a durable solution that can improve the appearance, shape, alignment, and bite for overall improved appearance and function of your smile.

Once you suffer from tooth loss, your remaining teeth will begin to move out of alignment. This is due to the loss of support and destruction of supporting structures. Crowns and bridges will give your remaining teeth the support they need to stay firmly in place.

How Can Bridges and Crowns Help Me?

Crowns are very versatile and are used in a number of different ways in addition to their use with bridges. Often, crowns are used to cover a tooth that has been damaged, restoring the tooth’s function and appearance. However, crowns can also be used to give a tooth an entirely new look, such as for teeth that are too small or abnormally shaped. Overall, crowns increase the strength and appearance of teeth for a natural look.

Bridges are essentially a bridge that connects the space between missing teeth. The bridge will fill the gap to prevent the remaining teeth from moving. When combined with crowns, the bridges are cemented onto the adjacent teeth to offer an option to treat tooth loss. Since the crowns and bridge are cemented in place, the device is not removable.

Crowns and Bridges with Your Dentist in Murphy

Crowns and bridges are affordable options to increase the appearance and function of your teeth. However, while crowns and bridges are strong and durable, you may have to replace them periodically. With the right care, you can promote the longevity of crowns and bridges before needing to replace them. Not to mention, you’ll need to maintain proper oral care to prevent your remaining teeth from becoming damaged. If your remaining teeth and gums become damaged, it can cause the bridge and crowns to lose their support. This will cause you to have to have them replaced sooner.

At Murphy Family Dentistry, we provide bridges and crowns to give you a stunning new smile. We handle the procedures in office to give you comfort and peace of mind by trusting the dentist handling your treatment. We’ll treat you like family while we care for your dental needs. Call our office today at (972) 516-2928 to schedule an appointment.