Restore Strength and Confidence With Dental Crowns and Bridges
Damaged or missing teeth can affect how you eat, speak, and feel about your smile. Dental crowns and bridges are custom-made restorations designed to improve the appearance and function of your teeth.
At Harvest Hills Family Dental, we assess your oral health and recommend restorative options suited to your needs. Our goal is to create comfortable, natural-looking results while helping you maintain a healthy smile.
What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?
A dental crown is a protective cap placed over a tooth that is weakened, damaged, or extensively restored. A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by attaching an artificial tooth to neighbouring supporting teeth or, in some cases, dental implants.
Benefits of Crown and Bridges
- Help restore chewing function
- Protect and strengthen compromised teeth with crowns
- Fill gaps left by missing teeth with bridges
- Customised to blend with surrounding teeth
- Support the appearance and balance of your smile
What To Expect
Your appointment begins with an examination to assess the affected tooth or missing-tooth space. We may recommend X-rays or other imaging to evaluate the teeth and surrounding structures before discussing whether a crown or bridge is appropriate.
For a traditional crown or bridge, the supporting tooth or teeth are prepared, and an impression or digital scan is taken. A temporary restoration may be placed while the final one is made.
At your next visit, we check the fit, bite, and appearance before securing the final restoration. We will also explain how to clean around it and when to return for follow-up care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about crown and bridges, treatment, and what to expect.
In some cases, yes. The number and position of missing teeth, the condition of supporting teeth, and your bite all affect whether a bridge is suitable. Your dentist may also discuss implants or dentures as alternatives.
Brush twice daily and clean beneath the replacement tooth using floss threaders, interdental brushes, or another tool your dental team recommends. Keeping the supporting teeth and gums healthy is especially important for the life of a bridge.
Local anaesthetic is commonly used during tooth preparation to minimise discomfort. Some temporary sensitivity or soreness can occur afterwards. Let your dental team know if your bite feels uneven or discomfort persists.
Their lifespan varies with the materials used, your bite, oral hygiene, and habits such as grinding your teeth. With regular dental visits and proper home care, many restorations function well for years, although they may eventually need repair or replacement.
A crown covers an existing tooth to restore its shape, strength, or appearance. A bridge replaces a missing tooth or teeth by spanning the gap and using nearby teeth or implants for support. Your dentist can explain which option fits your situation.
