What are dental bridges?
Dental bridges are a great restorative option for patients missing only a few teeth. Dental bridges provided by our Temecula dental office consist of a prosthetic tooth or teeth situated between dental crowns. The crowns fit into your mouth by capping the healthy teeth and allowing the restorations to fill in the gap left by missing teeth.
Your dental bridge blends flawlessly with your remaining teeth, creating a seamless and functional smile.
Why is a dental bridge a recommended treatment option?
Replacing missing teeth is important for preventing bite problems, chewing problems, and jaw pain that can come from missing teeth. For patients missing teeth and evaluating tooth replacement solutions, book a free consultation with Dr. Dave Cutts to explore your options and choose the treatment plan that is right for you.
How to care for a dental bridge?
To care for your dental bridge, we recommend a floss threader and a small brush to keep debris from collecting at the gum line. Another great option is a water flosser (WaterPik) that uses a stream of water to clean hard-to-reach areas. Please make sure to floss and brush your teeth regularly and keep your regular dental appointments every six months.
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Crowns and Bridges
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At The Center for Adult Dentistry, Temecula dentist, Dr. Dave Cutts, along with his team of dental professionals, offer dental crowns and bridges as a part of restorative and cosmetic dentistry treatment options. If you are looking for dentist in Temecula or La Quinta who provides dental crowns and bridges, schedule an appointment at our office today.
Dental Crowns and Bridges
At Dr. Cutts' Center for Adult Dentistry, we specialize in natural-looking, durable dental crowns and bridges so that your teeth look and feel just like your healthy, natural teeth.
About Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges are considered a type of dental prosthesis, which is an artificial device used to replace or repair damaged or missing teeth. During the life of a tooth, excessive wear, trauma or disease can cause the natural teeth to deteriorate or require extraction. In many cases, restorative dentistry treatments are completed by the placement of a crown or bridge to preserve the existing or remaining dental structures. Crowns may also be used in cosmetic dentistry to create symmetry, correct unsightly imperfections, or enhance the appearance of your smile.
What are dental crowns?
Our dentist often recommends a dental crown when a tooth has been compromised from decay, trauma or another event. A crown is a covering that keeps the tooth from further damage or weakening. At The Center for Adult Dentistry, our dentist can evaluate your teeth to determine if you need a dental crown or if another more conservative approach may be right for the decay or damage in your tooth.
When are crowns used?
Dr. Cutts may recommend a crown to protect a weak tooth that is severely cracked or flawed or to cover a tooth that has received root canal treatment. Crowns conceal these issues and are made with grooves and cusps that allow normal teeth to function virtually as normal teeth.
Crowns are also recommended for:
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Restoring teeth that have a cavity too large for a filling
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Providing structural support to teeth that are cracked or weakened
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To correct discoloration or misshapen teeth
How to care for a dental crown?
Oral hygiene is very important after a crown is placed. Brushing twice daily and flossing once daily will keep your teeth and gums healthy, allowing the crown to last longer and preventing future oral procedures.
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