A dental crown is a cap or cover that is put over a tooth that has sustained damage or is decayed. A dental bridge is a combination of two crowns that are used to replace missing teeth. Dental crowns and bridges are made from various types of materials, such as porcelain, ceramics, metals, or resin. Dental crowns and bridges are excellent solutions for teeth with stains or decay. They can also help restore or enhance the shape or alignment of your teeth.Â
Dental Bridges help you avoid wearing a full denture or a complete set of dentures for your missing teeth. They help restore the functionality and aesthetics of your smile. If you are looking to replace several missing teeth, then a dental bridge will work for you. Placing dental bridges takes more time as compared to other restorative procedures. However, after the procedure, your new tooth will feel just like the original one.
There are two types of dental crowns available: Traditional Ceramic and All-Ceramic Crowns.Â
Traditional Ceramic Crowns: Traditional ceramic crowns are made from porcelain fused with an acrylic layer on top of it. It is an inexpensive option for restoring damaged or decayed teeth. They help preserve natural tooth structure as they use only 0.5mm of your existing tooth structure above the gum line for placement. You can choose traditional ceramic crowns if you wish to avoid using excessive materials in your mouth.
All-Ceramic Crowns: All-ceramic crowns are made entirely from porcelain material and do not have any acrylic layer on top of it. They are stain-resistant solutions for your smile, provided you maintain good oral hygiene practices. The color of all-ceramic crowns is as natural as that of your existing teeth. You can choose all-ceramic crowns if you want a natural-looking solution for your smile but do not wish to undergo another procedure just to get a traditional ceramic crown.
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