Dental Crowns And Bridges

By Author: Aziz Bohra
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Unlike Dentures, Bridges and Crowns are the fixed Prosthetic devices. Crowns and Bridges are fixed on to Implants or tooth and hence can be removed only by an experienced Dentist.
Crowns can be used to cap the worn out tooth. Apart from strengthening a tooth a Bridge or a crown can be used to improve the appearance of the tooth. In addition, it improves the shape or alignment of a teeth. To give the Crown a tooth like structure , a crown can also be placed on top of the Implant.
Crowns are of different types , Porcelain and ceramic . Each of this type is made to match with the color of the natural looking teeth. Gold and metal alloys Compete with Porcelain and ceramic materials . But subjecting to various characteristics like color, durabality they are mostly appropriate for teeth at the back. Often a mixture of Porcelain and metal is used to give it a long life.
One can go for Crown under following circumstances.
1. When the tooth is broken, your Dentist might need to replace a large filling
2. To prevent weak tooth from being worn out.
3. Restore or replace a fractured tooth.
4. ...
... Attach a Bridge
5. Protect or support a Dental Implant
6. Cover a illstructured tooth.
7. Cover a tooth that has undergone root treatment.
How does a Bridge function?
Bridges are advisable if you are suffering from lost or missing teeth. Gaps created by missing tooth will gradually affect othet teeth functionality. This if left untreated can lead to Gum Disease or TMJ disorder.
Bridges are cemented or attached to the natural teeth or surrounding Implants , these bridges stop other tooth from spanning into the empty space. These abutment teeth serve as anchor for Bridges. A replacement tooth called Pontic is attached to the crowns that covers the abutments.
Bridges are also made of variety of materials, Consult your Dentist for choosing the right type of Bridges depending on the problem area, it's function, appearance and expenses. Most often Porcelain or Ceramic Bridges are used to match the color of the teeth.
Preparing a crown
In order to fix a crown, your Dentist will file your tooth to fix it in place, After which your Dentist will take an impression of your teeth using some sort of rubber material. This impression is now sent to the laboratory for the preparation of Bridges. Mean while you would be asked to wear a temporary crown or a Bridge.

Dr. Aziz Bohra has special interest in dental health related topics. He has published many articles about Dental Implants Peoria,
Dentures Sun City,
Dentures Goodyear,
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