What is a crown?

A crown is a tooth-shaped “cap “of metal and / or porcelain that fits exactly your tooth. The “cap” is placed over a tooth to cover it or to restore its shape, size, strength and improve its appearance.

Crown

When is a dental crown needed?

There is insufficient grip for a filling. By tooth decay a large part of the tooth or choke can be lost.

To improve appearance. Usually it involves discolored and / or malformed teeth.

To protect a tooth from risk of fracture if large fillings have already been incorporated.

Bridge

WHAT IS A BRIDGE?

Bridge is made to replace one or more missing teeth. It is attached to two or more pillars. Bridge consists of two or more crowns that fit on pillars. Usually bridge is cemented to the natural teeth or implants which surrounds the empty space.

WHEN IS A DENTAL BRIDGE NEEDED?

Restore the ability to chew and speak

To improve appearance

Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position

To replace a removable dentures

If one or two teeth on both sides are healthy for a bridge use, and implant may be a good alternative as a durable solution.

What materials are used for crowns and bridges?

Porcelain Zirconium Crowns of porcelain zirconium can be used in many situations. New techniques like CAD / CAM make a closing crown with a laser. This dental material looks very natural and gives the most natural and aesthetic result. Ideal for people with a metal allergy.

Porcelain Metal Metal (Chrome-Cobalt) is used as a base and is considered to be very strong. It is suitable for larger bridges. The layer of dental porcelain is applied over the visible part of metal. These are the most used crowns and they are very aesthetic. Also there are crowns with precious metal base such as gold, palladium, and titanium.