| Crowns are man-made covers that are placed on broken or decaying teeth to restore them to their original size and shape.
These crowns, made of metals such as gold or other materials like porcelain, can also be used to correct problems such as misshapen teeth, over- or underbite, or other poorly fitting crowns.
To prepare the patient for the crown, the dentist first must reshape the tooth to make room for the crown.
After the reshaping is finished, the dentist takes measurements for the permanent crown and provides the patient with a temporary one.
Once the permanent crown is finished, the dentist then retrieves the temporary one and replaces it, making sure that it is comfortable for the patient.
Bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. These replacement teeth are anchored to other neighboring crowns or teeth.
These bridges, made of various metals or porcelain, do not just have cosmetic value but they also help to restore the proper position and function of your bite.
The dentist must first reshape the anchor teeth, take measurements for the size of the bridge, and then provide the patient with a temporary bridge.
Once the permanent bridge is ready, it will be bonded into the patient's teeth and adjusted.
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