Dental Crowns and Bridges
in Algonquin, IL
When damaged or missing teeth need to be restored, then dental crowns and bridges offer an effective solution to create a beautiful, functional smile. Our team at Smile Aesthetix Dental is here to help with quality, personalized restorations. We use cutting-edge technology and top-notch materials to ensure that your restorations look good and offer long-term results. Schedule a consultation to learn more about the ways you will benefit from dental crowns and dental bridges.
How Dental Crowns Improve Your Smile
A dental crown is a custom-shaped cap created to fit over the top of your damaged tooth. Not only does this crown offer a protective barrier to extend the life of the tooth, but it also improves the appearance of your smile at the same time. If a tooth has been severely damaged due to fractures, decay, or wear and tear, then the dental crown helps by strengthening the remaining portion of the tooth.
Dental crowns are a common recommendation for teeth that need a large filling or have undergone a root canal treatment. Additionally, these dental caps can be used in combination with dental bridges to replace one or more missing teeth – helping to fill in the gaps in your smile.
Not only do dental crowns offer functional benefits, but this cosmetic treatment can also be helpful for aesthetic purposes as well. For example, if a tooth is small, misshapen, or severely discolored, then a crown can correct these imperfections.
Near you at Smile Aesthetix Dental, we use the best materials for long-lasting dental crowns: all-ceramic, zirconia, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM), and e-max. We match the crowns and bridges to the color and shape of your other teeth, resulting in a natural appearance and feel when we are finished with the treatment.
When you are missing several adjacent teeth and need a restoration, then a dental bridge, or a permanent dental bridge, might be an excellent option. This fixed restoration uses dental crowns that secure to the teeth on either side of the gap, or a dental implant can be used to secure the bridge if necessary. Our dental bridges are created using the same durable materials as our dental crowns, to provide you with a beautiful smile that lasts for years.
The benefits of dental bridges are undeniable. Not only does this restoration upgrade your smile, but it also improves your ability to engage in daily, functional activities such as eating and talking. Additionally, dental bridges are important to maintain your facial structure after tooth loss, helping you maintain a more youthful appearance.
Not only does a gap in your smile affect your overall appearance, but missing teeth can lead to complications – such as the other teeth shifting out of position. A dental bridge holds the overall structure of the jaw, helping you avoid complications such as problems with your bite, additional tooth loss, crooked teeth, headaches, and jaw pain. Filling in the space of missing teeth with dental restorations is an important step to help you avoid the “domino effect” after tooth extraction.