The dental crown and bridge procedure replaces lost teeth permanently. When there is not enough tooth structure left to place a filling, a dental crown is placed on the particular tooth (kind of like a thimble over your finger).
In the dental arch, a tooth bridge fills the space left by one or more missing teeth. Abutments are the crowned teeth that are located on either end of the span.
Pontics are the artificial teeth used in bridges to connect the abutments. Most frequently, better materials like precious metals (gold), semi-precious metals, porcelain, or a mixture of metal fused to porcelain are used to create dental crowns and bridges.
When choosing the material that is best for you, both aesthetics (look) and functionality are taken into account. Restorative dentistry offers dental crowns at reasonable prices.
At the first dental appointment, a thorough oral examination, evaluation of your dental history and necessary X-rays are completed. The diagnosis is based on these three factors. Once it has been determined that dental crown and bridge treatment is indicated, you will be set up with a series of appointments.
You see, your dental crown procedure occurs in a planned sequence. Missing or postponing your appointment may cause treatment delays, allowing further tooth movement before treatment can be completed.