Dental Crowns and Bridges

Enhance Your Smile with Crowns and Bridges

A crown (cap) is a restoration that is placed on teeth that have lost a lot of their structure. There are various types of crowns, ranging from full porcelain to full metal crowns. Your dentist will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each kind for you.

Crowns may also be used to securely attach a bridge if the structure of the surrounding teeth is inadequate. A bridge is a dental appliance that is used to replace one or more missing teeth. They are designed to be cosmetically appealing and to restore proper occlusion. Like crowns, bridges are fully customizable and made of various materials, including porcelain and metals. Although not as permanent as a cap, bridges are bonded to the surrounding teeth and only removable by your dentist.

Both crowns and bridges are created to match the color, height, texture, and overall appearance of your teeth. Most crowns and bridges will last for life, eliminating the need to replace them unless they fall out or become loose. You may prolong the durability of your crowns and bridges by practicing good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings.

If you live in or around Castro Valley, give us a call today to schedule your appointment.

How We Handle Crowns & Bridges

Our dental crowns and bridges offer dependable solutions for missing or damaged teeth, enhancing both the natural look and functionality of your smile. We emphasize durability by utilizing high-quality materials to ensure long-lasting performance.

Our objective is to provide crowns and bridges that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth and function just as effectively. This typically involves two visits: the initial appointment for taking impressions of your teeth and sending them to a dental lab, and the follow-up visit for fitting the custom-made restoration at our office.

Revitalize and Safeguard Your Smile with Dental Crowns and Onlays

A dental crown, also referred to as a "cap" or "jacket," can be used to repair a broken, heavily filled, or cracked tooth by restoring its original size and shape. It may also be recommended following root canal therapy to strengthen a brittle tooth and prevent fractures. Crowns not only protect the remaining tooth structure but also improve the appearance of your smile.

For a more conservative option, an onlay can be utilized to preserve more of the natural tooth structure while still offering protection. Various materials such as gold, porcelain, metal-free ceramic, and fiber-reinforced polyglass can be used for crowns and onlays.

Our porcelain crowns are designed to replicate the look of real teeth, providing a natural appearance with similar light-reflecting properties. These crowns not only restore tooth function but also enhance the aesthetics of your smile. Contact us to schedule a consultation.

If you have old silver fillings that have led to tooth fractures, they can be replaced with natural-colored fillings, onlays, or crowns. With CEREC® 3D Technology, we are able to create and place a new tooth crown in just one visit, completing the process in about an hour.

Regain your smile with long-lasting dental bridges.

If you are missing teeth, dental bridges can help restore your smile and improve the functionality of your mouth. These replacement teeth are attached to dental crowns or implants on either side of the gap, filling in the missing teeth and supporting the surrounding teeth. This can also help maintain the structure of your face and jaw.

Dental bridges can make it easier to talk, chew, smile, and laugh, enhancing your quality of life. They are a long-lasting solution to keep your smile looking beautiful for years to come. The cost of dental bridges can vary depending on the number of teeth being replaced and the materials used.

At Valley View Dental in Castro Valley, we offer dental crowns and bridges to help restore your smile. Contact us today for a consultation. We are proud to serve Castro Valley, CA.

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