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Bridges and Crowns
Bridges and Crowns
At **Dr. Gulshan's Dental Clinic**, we offer high-quality **crowns** and **bridges** to restore your smile and improve your oral function.
**Crowns** are custom-made, tooth-shaped caps that fit over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its strength, shape, and appearance. They are an excellent solution for protecting weak teeth, covering large fillings, or restoring a tooth after a root canal.
**Bridges** are fixed dental restorations used to replace one or more missing teeth. They literally "bridge" the gap created by missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to neighboring natural teeth or dental implants, helping to maintain your bite and prevent other teeth from shifting.
Why Might You Need Them?
You might need a crown or bridge if you experience any of the following:
- Severely decayed or broken teeth that cannot be restored with a filling.
- Teeth with large fillings where little natural tooth structure remains.
- To protect a tooth after **root canal treatment**.
- Missing teeth affecting your bite, speech, or the aesthetics of your smile.
- To improve the appearance of discolored or badly shaped teeth.
Symptoms That May Indicate a Need:
While only a dental professional can confirm the need, these symptoms might suggest you could benefit from a crown or bridge:
- Persistent tooth pain, especially when chewing or biting.
- Visible cracks, fractures, or significant damage to a tooth.
- Loose or missing teeth, creating gaps in your smile.
- Increased sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures in a specific tooth.
- An uncomfortable bite or noticeable shifting of surrounding teeth due to a missing tooth.
Treatment Process at Dr. Gulshan's Dental Clinic
The process for getting a crown or bridge typically involves a few visits:
- **Initial Evaluation & X-rays:** Dr. Gulshan Singh will conduct a thorough examination and take X-rays to assess your oral health and determine the best course of action.
- **Tooth Preparation:** The affected tooth (or teeth) will be carefully shaped to ensure the crown or bridge fits perfectly.
- **Impression Taking:** Precise impressions of your teeth are taken and sent to a dental lab, where your custom crown or bridge will be fabricated.
- **Temporary Restoration (if needed):** A temporary crown or bridge might be placed to protect your prepared tooth while your permanent restoration is being made.
- **Permanent Placement:** Once your custom crown or bridge is ready (typically in 1–2 visits), it will be meticulously bonded into place, ensuring a comfortable and natural-looking fit.
Prevention & Aftercare
To ensure the longevity of your crowns and bridges, and to maintain overall oral health, follow these guidelines:
- **Maintain Excellent Oral Hygiene:** Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss regularly, paying extra attention around the crown or bridge.
- **Avoid Hard Foods:** Be cautious with extremely hard or sticky foods that could damage your restoration.
- **Regular Dental Checkups:** Visit **Dr. Gulshan's Dental Clinic** regularly for professional checkups and cleanings to monitor your oral health and the condition of your crowns and bridges.
- **Prompt Treatment:** Address any signs of gum disease or new tooth decay immediately to protect your overall oral health.
- **Consider a Nightguard:** If you grind or clench your teeth (bruxism), wearing a nightguard can protect your restorations from excessive force.