Dental Bridges,
Crowns & Veneers
Dental bridges, crowns, and veneers play vital roles in modern dentistry. These treatments are designed to restore, improve, and maintain your oral health and smile’s aesthetic appeal.
A dental bridge is a prosthetic device used to fill a gap created by one or more missing teeth. On the other hand, crowns are caps that fit over damaged or decayed teeth to restore their shape, size, and strength. Veneers are thin shells, typically made from porcelain or resin, which cover the front of your teeth to improve their appearance.
Which Is Right For You?
These treatments offer solutions for various dental issues. If you’ve lost one or more teeth, a dental bridge might be the perfect solution to restore your smile and chewing ability.
Dental crowns are beneficial when a tooth is weakened by decay or injury, requiring more than just a filling.
Veneers are often considered for cosmetic enhancements, such as correcting discolouration, minor misalignments, chips, or gaps.
Before and After Dental smile makeover
Benefits:
Dental bridges, crowns, and veneers offer multiple benefits, including restored functionality, improved appearance, and enhanced oral health. They can restore your ability to eat and speak properly, maintain the shape of your face, and prevent remaining teeth from shifting out of position.
Several types of dental bridges exist, including traditional, cantilever, Maryland, and implant-supported bridges. Crowns can be made from different materials like porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, resin, or metal. Veneers are primarily either porcelain or composite resin.
What to Expect During a Visit:
Each treatment typically involves a consultation and two additional visits. During the initial consultation, your dentist will assess your oral health and discuss the best treatment option for you. Subsequent visits involve preparing the teeth, taking impressions, and fitting the final prosthetic.
Aftercare:
Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups are crucial for maintaining your dental bridges, crowns, or veneers.
Avoiding hard and sticky foods can help prolong their lifespan, and with proper care, these treatments can last for many years.
Frequently asked questions
No, these treatments are carried out under local anaesthesia, making the process virtually pain-free.
Dental bridges and crowns can last 5-15 years with proper care, and veneers can last up to 10-15 years.