Dental Crowns and Bridges

A dental bridge is often used to ‘bridge the gap’ of a tooth that is already missing. For example, if you have one missing tooth, then you need a bridge of three teeth. This is because the two adjacent teeth are used to anchor the bridge. However, we recommend placing a dental implant  for missing teeth as a bridge requires the ‘shaving down’ and reduction of the two healthy teeth that act as anchors. A dental crown, also known as a cap, is used to replace a single tooth that has suffered damage or destruction on the visible areas while the core and root of the tooth is still strong, healthy and in good condition. A crown is a full 360º restoration that sits on the remaining healthy structure of the tooth. This is an excellent option to make your smile line whiter and more attractive. Veneers also correct small misalignments without the need for orthodontics and braces. These are a very popular treatment for patients of all ages and is different from a crown because the veneer only covers the front side of the tooth, correcting color, contour and shape.

We cannot possibly list every treatment our doctors perform and many other treatments are also available. Please contact us if you do not see what you are looking for.