Dental Crowns (Caps)
A dental crown is a covering that fits over the entire visible portion of a tooth at or above the gum line.
- Purpose: Protects weak, fractured, or decayed teeth; covers dental implants; restores teeth after root canal treatment.
- Procedure: The tooth is reduced in size, an impression is made, and a temporary crown is placed while a permanent crown is fabricated.
Materials Used for Dental Crowns
- Metal crowns
- Porcelain fused to metal crowns (PFM)
- Zirconia crowns
- E max crowns
- Resin crowns
Dental Bridges / Fixed Partial Dentures (FPD)
A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth, helping prevent surrounding teeth from shifting out of position.
Components of a Dental Bridge
- Pontics: The false tooth or teeth that fill the gap created by missing teeth.
- Abutment Teeth: The neighboring teeth or dental implants that are crowned to support the bridge.
Procedure: Similar to a dental crown, but involves preparing the anchoring teeth on both sides of the missing tooth space.
Key Differences
| Feature | Dental Crown | Dental Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Repairs or covers a damaged tooth | Replaces one or more missing teeth |
| Structure | Single unit cap | Multiple units (crowns with pontic) |
| Support | Existing tooth structure | Adjacent abutment teeth or implants |
Benefits and Maintenance
- Benefits: Restores the ability to chew and speak properly, maintains facial shape, and prevents teeth from shifting.
- Care: Requires regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental check-ups to prevent decay under the restoration.
- Lifespan: Crowns and bridges generally last between 5 to 15 years, depending on oral hygiene and usage.
Dr Anchal has extensive knowledge and experience in selecting the right materials and techniques for crowns and bridges. We deliver perfectly fitting and comfortable restorations with a focus on restoring occlusion, esthetics, and function with precision and perfection.
