We’re Your Experts for Crowns in Woodbridge VA

Dentists use crowns for restoring severely decayed or fractured teeth. A crown is a permanent covering that fits over an original tooth. Crowns are made of a variety of different materials such as porcelain, gold or a mix of these materials. Porcelain generally has the most natural appearance. Dental crowns help prevent the need for root canals and tooth extraction by reducing the risk of tooth fracture and tooth decay.

The process for crowns is as follows:

• First, the dentist removes the damaged portion of the tooth.
• Then, a unique mold is taken and used to manufacture a crown. This will create a perfect fit and cover the healthy remaining tooth.
• The crown is then fixed into place with special cement.

Once the procedure is completed, proper dental hygiene, including daily brushing and flossing, is required to maintain healthy, bacteria-free teeth, gums and crowns. This helps in the prevention of gum disease. Given proper care, your crowns can last for a long time.

Dental Bridges in Woodbridge, Virginia

A bridge is a dental device that fills a space that a tooth previously occupied. A bridge may be necessary to prevent shifting of the teeth that can lead to bite problems and/or jaw problems that often result in periodontal disease.

Bridges safeguard the integrity of existing teeth and help maintain a healthy, vibrant smile.

Bridges offer several benefits, including replacement of one or more missing teeth. The process for dental bridges is as follows:

• First, the dentist prepares the teeth on either side of the missing tooth to receive crowns.
• Then, a false tooth is attached between the two crowns.
• Once the combination of false teeth and crowns are cemented into place, it ‘bridges’ the gap left by the missing tooth.

For these reasons, dental bridges are a good investment. If a bridge is not possible, or the adjacent teeth do not need crowns, dental implants may be a better alternative.

To learn more about how our top ranked dentists can repair your smile, please contact Lake Ridge Smiles today.