Dental Crowns and Bridges
Quality Dental Crowns in St. Catharines
Do you have a cracked or chipped tooth? Dental crowns and bridges are prosthetic restoration solutions for patients whose teeth are heavily restored with fillings, have been damaged over time, or have undergone root canal treatment. These procedures effectively help fill gaps, restore your smile, cover decayed teeth, and protect your tooth from further damage. With our personalized, comprehensive family dental services, we at Linwell Park Dental Centre can help improve the health and appearance of your entire family’s pearly whites.
We have years of experience in providing custom dental crowns in St. Catharines. If you're wondering whether a dental crown would be suitable for you, please reach out to us for more information.
What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown is both cosmetic and restorative in nature. It is popularly referred to as a 'cap', and is an artificial cover that we place over a tooth or an artificial tooth root (implant). These artificial covers replicate the appearance and functioning of your natural teeth to restore your comfort. Generally, they cover crooked, damaged, misshapen and discoloured teeth. In some cases, they can also be used as a guard for a tooth weakened due to a dental procedure such as multiple filings.
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The procedure for getting a dental crown is incredibly straightforward. It doesn't require more than one or two visits. Please speak to us if you'd like to know more about our dental crowns in St. Catharines.
Types of Dental Crowns
Not all requirements for dental crowns are the same. For this reason, there are numerous types of dental crowns made from different materials available. These include:
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All ceramic
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All metal
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All resin
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Stainless steel
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Even with these materials, there are endless choices available. If you'd like to know more about which dental crown is suitable for you, please speak to our team. Besides this, you can find out more information in our FAQs section.
Do you have any more queries? We would love to address them! We believe in patient education, which is why we make sure you always have access to the information you need.
Signs You Need Dental Crowns or Bridges
Dental crowns are used to restore a damaged tooth’s shape and size, while dental bridges help restore a smile and fill the gaps. Both procedures help increase your teeth’ strength, maintain the shape of the face, and enhance chewing performance. Dentists recommend opting for crowns and bridges over veneers, implants, standard fillings and other dental procedures when a damaged tooth is salvageable but cannot be repaired by fillings, or when there is a gap because of multiple missing teeth. The artificial crowns are made of porcelain ceramic, gold alloy or a combination of both. Here are some of the reasons why you would need these dental restoration instruments:
If your reason is not listed above, check out our blog for more information or contact our clinic to know more details.
Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges
At Linwell Park Dental Centre, our dentists conduct a detailed examination of your dental health and suggest the right treatments for you. When it comes to fixing your broken teeth, we provide you with dental crowns and bridges to help preserve your natural teeth and restore your smile. While dental crowns prevent tooth loss, dental bridges give a uniform and natural look to your teeth. Other advantages of these dental instruments are:
Protects decayed teeth
Restores your smile
Restores the natural shape and size of teeth
Count on our dentists for restorative dentistry services. We ensure to make your experience with us hassle-free.
Book an appointment today for dental crowns in St. Catharines.
Process of Getting a Dental Crown or Bridge
Generally, a dental crown or bridge implementation procedure requires two clinic visits and is performed only by an experienced dentist. Let’s look at the steps we undertake to place them on the tooth.
Examining and preparing the tooth: Similar to all other dental procedures, the initial process begins with a thorough examination of your tooth. The dentist will check and clean your teeth, and they might file the tooth a bit to prepare it for an easy fit. In case your teeth are severely damaged by decay or broken, they will be removed so that the dental crown (or in the case of a bridge, crowns) can perform their function to prevent further decay of your tooth.
Shaping the crown: In the next step, our dentists will take an impression of your tooth (or teeth) to construct a full porcelain crown (or set of crowns for a bridge) with the help of dental cement. While your definitive crown or bridge gets ready, a temporary dental crown or bridge is fitted on your tooth, which will be removed on your final dental sitting.
Placing the crown: On your second appointment, the dentist replaces the temporary crown or bridge with a permanent one. They will secure them using durable dental cement or hidden screws. At last, we make the final necessary adjustments and polish your crown or bridge to ensure your comfort and crown security.
Frequently Asked Questions
​The following are some commonly asked questions about our dental crowns in St. Catharines:
What Is the Average Life of a Dental Crown or Bridge?
A good-quality dental crown or bridge can generally last for 15 years or longer, depending on your maintenance. If proper oral care is followed, it can last as long as your natural teeth.
Is the Dental Crown or Bridge Procedure Painful?
As the crown (or crowns, in the case of a dental bridge) get secured over your existing tooth or implant, you might experience slight discomfort. During the process, the dentist will numb the area so you won’t experience any pain, though you may feel a bit sore after the procedure is complete.
How Should I Take Care of My Dental Crown or Bridge?
You take care of your crown or bridge just as you would maintain your normal teeth. As long as you follow a daily dental hygiene schedule, including brushing, flossing, and coming for regular dental checkups, you should be all set.
What If My Dental Crown Breaks or Falls Out?
If you have a dental restoration failure, call Linwell Park Dental Centre at St. Catharines to have it replaced immediately!
What Is the Cost of a Dental Crown or Bridge?
The out-of-pocket cost for a dental crown or bridge can vary widely from patient to patient. It depends on various factors like:
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Type and material of crown
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Location and complexity of the procedure
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Number of crowns required
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Supplies and equipment needed for the procedure
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Combining the crown with other dental appliances like an implant.
Contact Us for Dental Crowns in St. Catharines
The procedure for getting a dental crown is simple. However, you should only choose a reliable dentist for long-lasting solutions. Our seasoned family dentists have years of experience in providing general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry solutions to our clients, including dental crowns and bridges.
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Please contact us to make an appointment with our team. You can find our clinic at the corner of Linwell Road and Lakeport Road.
