Crowns & Bridges
If you have damaged or missing teeth, advances in dental medicine have made it possible to restore them to their natural beauty. Our cosmetic dentists in Cincinnati provide dental bridges and dental crowns made from the highest quality, lifelike materials.
Our dental crowns and dental bridges are among the most common dental restoration treatments and can replace missing teeth or restore a tooth that has suffered trauma, decay, or has an unsightly appearance. To learn more, please call Hardin Advanced Dentistry at (513) 216-2935 to schedule a consultation at our Mason office.
WHAT ARE DENTAL CROWNS & BRIDGES?
Dental crowns and bridges are both used to replace missing or broken teeth and help restore your smile.
A crown, also called a dental cap, is used to cover a broken tooth. The crown is placed on top of the exposed surface of the tooth, which strengthens the tooth and improves its appearance.
A bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth. A bridge includes an artificial tooth or teeth made to match your existing teeth. The bridge is fused to the adjacent teeth on either side of the missing tooth or teeth to provide support.
CROWNS:
BEAUTIFULLY
RESTORED TEETH
Over time, certain teeth can be damaged, either through decay, gum disease, or trauma. Some teeth may have odd or unsightly appearances that affect the appeal of your smile. Placing a custom dental crown, which looks and functions exactly like a normal, healthy tooth, may best treat any of these problems.
Every person is unique and not everyone is blessed with strong teeth, some suffering more decay than others. When a tooth has become very decayed, it may be impossible to safely fill the cavity, as not enough natural tooth structure remains, creating a risk of cracking or breakage. A dental crown is then created to cover the tooth and restore its appearance and function.
In many cases, patients who need a root canal require a crown to complete the restoration. How your crowns appear when complete is based in large part on the skill and artistry of your cosmetic dentist. The correct color and shape of the crown are exceptionally important, as the crown should perfectly blend with your natural teeth.
At Hardin Advanced Dentistry, we take great pride in our ability to restore damaged teeth. We offer more than one restoration option to our patients, including CEREC, which allows you to have your tooth restored in just a single dental visit.
If you have certain dental problems and a tooth requires a crown to be fully restored, our cosmetic dentist is highly qualified in these restorations. Dr. Tara Hardin is in the top one percent of dental practitioners in the nation in her level of education and training. As a cosmetic dentist, she has an artist’s eye and ability to correctly match color so your new tooth perfectly blends, looks, and feels natural and stable. If you’re interested in dental crowns in Cincinnati, OH, please contact us today to learn more.
DENTAL IMPLANTS AND CROWNS
Modern technology has brought new hope to those who have lost a tooth, several teeth, or even all of their teeth. Dental implants are created that anchor new teeth on a titanium post which is fused into your jaw. A custom crown is then placed over the implant where it appears natural and functions just like a normal healthy tooth.
WHY DO I NEED A CROWN?
Crowns may be necessary:
- For teeth with large cavities, too large to resolve with a filling
- For missing teeth
- To cover a dental implant
- To restore a cracked, worn, or weak tooth
- After a root canal treatment
- For cosmetic enhancement of a badly shaped or unsightly tooth
METAL-FREE
DENTISTRY
At Hardin Advanced Dentistry, we practice metal-free dentistry and place porcelain or ceramic crowns. Crowns with metal often look unsightly and may show a rim of metal at the gum line.
If you have crowns you feel are unattractive due to color, shape, or metal showing, our cosmetic dentist can replace old crowns with new, beautifully natural looking teeth that enhance your smile. Talk to us about your dental problems—we are here to restore your smile—and your feelings of self-confidence.
HOW IS A DENTAL BRIDGE DIFFERENT FROM A DENTAL CROWN?
Dr. Tara Hardin may recommend a porcelain dental crown to resolve an aesthetic or dental problem affecting a single tooth with structural or cosmetic problems. A dental bridge, on the other hand, is used to replace one or more missing teeth that were lost due to:
- Tooth decay
- Accident or injury
- Gum disease
Our dental bridges consist of one or more prosthetic teeth (called a pontic) and a crown on either side (called an abutment) that secures the new teeth in place. When creating a fixed bridge apparatus, the crowns are securely bonded to the teeth on either side, with the new teeth on the bridge filling the gap.
BENEFITS OF A DENTAL BRIDGE
Filling the space left by a lost tooth is beneficial to oral health, as well as the appearance of your smile. With a dental bridge, you can enjoy advantages such as:
- Solid, stable tooth replacement
- Clearer, more articulate speech
- Better ability to chew
- Better alignment
A dental bridge can also work to combat the body’s biological response to tooth loss. The prosthetic prevents your other teeth from shifting within the mouth and helps to retain a natural, healthy structure. A correctly created and installed bridge can bring back a more youthful appearance and ward off the sagging, aging appearance that often accompanies tooth loss.
IS A DENTAL BRIDGE RIGHT FOR ME?
During your consultation, our dentist carefully evaluates your health and cosmetic needs and discusses tooth replacement options. Bridges aren’t the only cosmetic dentistry procedure used to replace missing teeth, and only your individual situation will reveal whether a dental bridge is the best solution or if one of the following treatments better fits your condition:
A removable partial denture
One or more crowns supported by dental implants
An implant-supported denture
To learn more about one of the best locations for dental crowns and dental bridges Cincinnati has to offer, please contact Hardin Advanced Dentistry online, or call (513) 216-2935 today for your initial consultation. Dr. Tara Hardin serves patients in and around greater Cincinnati and Mason, Ohio
CROWNS AND BRIDGES FAQS
WHY CHOOSE
DR. TARA HARDIN?
Dr. Hardin is a Las Vegas Institute Fellow, granted only after a minimum of 278 hours of advanced education and experience in aesthetics, physiologic science, and a comprehensive practical examination. Additionally, she is an Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, an accreditation granted only to those with superior performance and knowledge in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. These qualifications are compounded by almost two decades of experience and continued education.