Crown and Bridges

Dental Crown

A crown is a protective covering that encases the entire tooth and restores it to its original shape and size.  A crown is selected in situations where fillings or other restorative materials may not adequately protect the tooth.  Crowns are fabricated by a dental lab which utilize stronger and more durable materials which will have longer lasting results.

Reason for a dental crown

  • Raritan Dentist - CrownBroken or fractured teeth
  • Cosmetic enhancement
  • Decayed teeth
  • Fractured fillings
  • Large fillings
  • Root canal treated teeth

Dental Bridge

A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance that is able to replace missing teeth.  Similar to a crown which encases a tooth, a dental bridge consists of two or more crowns that go over adjacent anchoring teeth fill in the gap created by one or more missing teeth

Reasons for a fixed bridge

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    Replace missing teeth
  • Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position
  • Restore chewing and speaking ability
  • Restore your smile
  • Upgrade from a removable partial denture to a permanent dental appliance