Invest In Your Smile With Dental Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and bridges can restore damaged teeth or replace missing teeth to give you back an attractive and confident smile. With our state-of-the-art CEREC technology, we can even complete your treatment in just one appointment! Schedule your consultation today to learn more about dental crowns and bridges in Woodruff, Manitowish Waters, and Park Falls, Wisconsin.

More About Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a custom-made cap that is placed over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. Crowns are often used to:

• Repair teeth with extensive decay
• Cover cracked or chipped teeth
• Restore teeth that have undergone root canal treatment
• Improve the appearance of discolored or misshapen teeth

What To Expect During Your Procedure

Firstly, we’ll prepare your damaged tooth by removing any decayed or weakened tissue. We’ll then take a mold or impression of the prepared tooth to create a custom crown and place a temporary crown to protect your tooth while your permanent restoration is being made.

When it’s ready, you’ll visit our office again to have your final restoration fitted and cemented onto your prepared tooth.

The Pros

• Restore your ability to chew and bite properly.
• Improve the appearance of a damaged tooth by restoring its natural shape and color.
• They’re made from durable materials to ensure long-lasting results.

More About Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a prosthetic device that replaces missing teeth. It is anchored to the surrounding teeth with crowns and consists of a bridge that spans the gap created by the missing teeth. Bridges are commonly used to:

• Replace a single missing tooth
• Replace multiple missing teeth in a row
• Improve your ability to chew and speak
• Enhance the appearance of your smile

Types of Dental Bridges

1. Traditional bridges are the most common type of bridge and consists of a pontic (artificial tooth) supported by crowns on the adjacent teeth.
2. Cantilever bridges are used when there is a missing tooth at the end of a dental arch. It is supported by a crown on the adjacent tooth.
3. Maryland bridges are less invasive and use metal wings bonded to the back of the adjacent teeth to support the pontic.

The Pros

• Restore your ability to chew and speak properly.
• Improve the appearance of your smile by filling in gaps.
• Boost your confidence and self-esteem.

Caring For Your Crowns and Bridges

Retainers play a crucial role in maintaining the alignment of your teeth after crown or bridge treatment. By wearing your retainer as directed, you can prevent your teeth from shifting and compromising the results of your treatment.

It’s also essential important to practice good oral hygiene, such as:

• Brushing your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste
• Flossing daily to reach between teeth
• Using a mouthwash to kill bacteria
• Visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings

Which is Right for You?

While crowns are essentially caps that fit over your damaged tooth, bridges are more like prosthetic devices that fill in gaps. We usually recommend crowns to repair teeth with extensive decay, cracks, or chips, while bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. Both of these treatments will, without a doubt, improve your smile, but the best choice for you depends on your unique dental needs.

Your Path to a Perfect Smile

A healthy smile is a beautiful smile! With the help of dental crowns and bridges, we can help you achieve a stellar smile. We’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs and goals. Schedule a consultation at our Woodruff, Manitowish Waters, or Park Falls practice today to start your journey to a brighter, healthier smile together.