DENTEGO • RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Crowns &
Bridges
Restore damaged teeth and replace selected missing teeth with carefully planned dental crowns and bridges designed to support function, protection and natural appearance.
RESTORING TEETH
What Are Dental Crowns & Bridges?
Dental crowns and bridges are fixed restorations used to rebuild damaged teeth or replace selected missing teeth.
A dental crown covers and protects a prepared tooth when additional structural support or restoration is required.
A dental bridge can replace one or more missing teeth by using suitable supporting teeth or other appropriately planned support.
The appropriate restoration depends on the condition of the teeth, gums, bite and the individual clinical situation.
UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE
Dental Crown or Dental Bridge?
Dental Crown
A crown is designed to cover an individual tooth and restore its shape, strength and function when clinically indicated.
Dental Bridge
A bridge is designed to replace a missing tooth or selected missing teeth using suitable supporting structures.
PROTECTING A DAMAGED TOOTH
When Might a Dental Crown Be Needed?
Weakened Tooth
A tooth with significant structural loss may require additional protection and restoration.
Fractured Tooth
Selected fractured teeth may require a crown depending on the extent and location of damage.
Large Restoration
Teeth with extensive existing restorations may sometimes require greater structural coverage.
After Root Canal Treatment
Some root canal treated teeth may require cuspal coverage or a crown depending on the remaining tooth structure and functional load.
Severely Worn Tooth
Selected extensively worn teeth may require restorative coverage as part of a treatment plan.
Shape & Appearance
In selected situations, crowns may also be considered when significant restorative correction of tooth form is required.
REPLACING MISSING TEETH
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration designed to replace a missing tooth or selected missing teeth.
A conventional bridge commonly uses appropriately selected teeth adjacent to the missing space as support for the replacement tooth.
Bridge design depends on the condition of the supporting teeth, the number and location of missing teeth, the bite and other clinical factors.
Restoring the Missing Space
Replacing a missing tooth can help restore dental function and appearance. The most suitable replacement option should be selected after a complete clinical assessment.
BEFORE PLANNING A BRIDGE
What Needs to Be Evaluated?
Supporting Teeth
The health and strength of potential supporting teeth need to be assessed.
Gum Health
Healthy supporting tissues are important when planning fixed restorative treatment.
Bite
The way the upper and lower teeth meet can influence restoration design.
Missing Tooth Space
The location and size of the missing area are considered during treatment planning.
TREATMENT PROCESS
How Are Crowns & Bridges Planned?
Examination
The teeth, gums and bite are examined and the restorative requirements are assessed.
Treatment Planning
The appropriate restoration and design are selected according to the individual clinical situation.
Tooth Preparation
Where required, the supporting tooth or teeth are carefully prepared for the planned restoration.
Impression or Scan
An impression or digital record may be taken to help create the final restoration.
Final Restoration
The completed crown or bridge is evaluated for fit, appearance and bite before final placement.
RESTORATION SELECTION
Choosing the Appropriate Restoration
Crowns and bridges can be made using different dental materials. The appropriate material depends on factors such as the position of the tooth, available space, functional requirements and aesthetic considerations.
Strength
The restoration should be selected according to the functional demands placed on the tooth.
Appearance
Tooth-coloured materials may be selected where natural appearance is an important consideration.
Tooth Position
Front and back teeth may have different restorative and functional requirements.
Individual Planning
Restoration selection should be based on the condition and requirements of each patient.
REPLACING A MISSING TOOTH
Is a Bridge the Right Option?
A dental bridge is one possible method of replacing a missing tooth, but it is not the only option.
Depending on the clinical situation, other approaches such as a dental implant or a removable prosthesis may also be considered.
The advantages, limitations and suitability of each option should be discussed after examination before a final treatment plan is selected.
CARING FOR YOUR RESTORATION
Looking After Crowns & Bridges
Brush thoroughly with fluoride toothpaste
Clean carefully around crown margins
Clean underneath bridge replacements as advised
Attend regular dental examinations
Have supporting teeth and gums checked regularly
Seek assessment if the restoration feels loose or damaged
RESTORE • REPLACE • PROTECT
Restore Your Smile With the Right Treatment Plan
Whether a tooth needs protection or a missing tooth needs replacement, the first step is a careful clinical assessment and an individually planned restoration.
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