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Missing one or more teeth, and broken ones lead to an open space that is susceptible to damage and decay and an appearance no one prefers. For this problem, the best solution is a Dental Bridge and Teeth Crown. Putting a crown on a tooth uses only one tooth for employing the process while a bridge is created using one adjacent tooth on either side of the missing tooth.

The Treatment of Dental Crown and Dental Bridge are the go-to procedures. Both these options are comfortable and give a better look to your denture.

Who can under go this treatment

  • A person with a broken dentition.
  • The one who is having a dental infection.
  • Missing teeth/tooth.
  • To cover implants or damaged teeth.
  • If the old filling is coming off and the teeth need a cover.
  • The one who cannot go with other cosmetic or restorative dentistry options.

At Manthan Dental Care, the Types of Teeth Crowns used are Ceramic or Porcelain, Resin, Metal or Metal fused with Porcelain, while the Types of Teeth Bridges are Traditional, Cantilever, Maryland, or Implant-supported bridges.

Procedure

For the Best Tooth Crown or Teeth Bridge, the initial step is assessment. An oral examination is necessary, which includes manual checking, going through dental and medical history, and then getting X-rays. It overall determines which procedure to opt for from the two.

Dental Crown Procedure

  • A crown placement requires only the space of the impacted tooth.
  • The affected tooth is carved in the proper shape to fit a crown over it. If the tooth is too small or badly broken, it is filled with cement to give the correct shape. For this, anesthesia is given before.
  • Depending on the type of material used in making it, the color will be decided to provide a natural look.
  • Until the mold is given to the dental lab and a permanent one is created, a temporary one is set onto the tooth with the help of temporary bonding material.
  • After a few weeks, the temporary one is removed and replaced by the permanent one.

Benefits of Dental Crown Treatment

  • It is beneficial to scrap broken and damaged teeth.
  • It erases the pain and discomfort.
  • No changes are made to other structures.
  • Sustainable option for teeth that are in a bad state.
  • It saves the affected tooth from spreading the damage/pain to roots and nerves.
  • It safeguards the tooth and the area from other diseases.
  • They are long-lasting and need only good oral care.

Benefits of Dental Bridge Treatment

  • It provides stability to the dentition by fitting over two other teeth.
  • The structure of teeth is maintained well and requires only good maintenance.
  • The life expectancy is high because of the materials used.
  • The perfect smile is restored.
  • Color is matched to the real color and thus, it is natural in appearance.
  • Systematic treatment helps prevention from many dental diseases.

Aftercare

The tips need to be considered by the patient post-Treatment of Tooth Crown and Dental Bridge Method : –

  • Regular brushing and flossing are important.
  • It is essential to clean the edges and the junction of the treated area to prevent an infection.
  • Do not chew hard. Avoid having candies, sticky food, and anything that sticks easily.
  • Tooth sensitivity increases for a few days; avoid extremely hot food items.
  • Avoid food that causes staining. Do not consume tobacco; do not smoke or drink.

FAQS

The treatment of teeth crowns and dental bridges facility at our clinic is there to replace the impacted tooth. The devices made of dental materials have high resistance to damage, and they last for about 10-15 years, given that proper care is taken.

Since the dental appliance is foreign to the oral cavity, discomfort might be felt. It is also susceptible to bacterial and fungal infections and can cause decay if care is not taken. It is better to be cautious about the same.

The treatment alternative to a crown or bridge is implants, dentures, veneers, or tooth extraction. It depends on the condition of the teeth structure and what will suit you the best in terms of safety and dental health.