
Dental Crowns & Bridges are common procedures that restore the health, function, and appearance of your teeth. At Go 2 Dental Sarasota, we make sure that your crowns and bridges are created to look as natural as possible.
When you come in for a consultation, our expert dentists will help you decide whether a dental crown or bridge would be the best option to fix your smile. They can also advise you of the pros and cons of these options.
Crowns – Caps:
One of the most common types of dental restoration, crowns are shaped like tooth-colored shells that fit over your existing tooth or dental implant. These prosthetics are made of durable materials, such as gold alloy or porcelain, and will essentially serve the same purpose as your natural tooth structure.
A crown is used to repair a damaged or decayed tooth, protect a root canal-treated tooth, or improve the appearance of a tooth that is misshapen or stained.
During the procedure, our dentist will first prepare your existing tooth to receive the crown. This involves recontouring the tooth and removing a small amount of enamel to give room for the crown to be inserted.
The crown is then permanently cemented in place. This process usually takes several visits to our office.
Crowns are typically placed on back teeth to restore a damaged or decayed tooth, but they can also be used to replace fillings that are too large or have become dislodged from their locations in the mouth.
Your crown will also be made to match the color of your other teeth, so that your new tooth will be a natural addition to your smile.
Our dentists will take impressions of your existing teeth to make a model, and your crown will be custom-fitted by the dental lab that makes these restorations. The results are a beautiful, durable prosthetic that will restore your tooth to its previous level of functionality and appearance.
A crown is a permanent prosthetic, and it should be treated with the same care as your other teeth. Your dentist will recommend that you floss your crown daily to keep food particles out of it.
You will need to visit the dentist for regular cleanings and checkups in order to maintain the best health for your crown. You can use a soft toothbrush and water to gently clean your crown, but you should also floss underneath the crown to remove food particles that might be stuck in the crevices of it.
Bridges – False Teeth:
If you are missing a single tooth or multiple teeth, your dentist can create a bridge that spans the gap. The bridge connects two or more crowns to a replacement tooth, which is called a pontic. The abutment teeth on either side of the missing space act as pillars to support the bridge.
A dental bridge is a great alternative to a fixed partial denture, which will replace your entire upper or lower arch of teeth. This treatment has the advantage of allowing you to chew more naturally and retain your natural bone. It also prevents your remaining teeth from shifting out of place.

