Dental Crowns & Bridges
Restore your healthy, beautiful, and functional smile
At River Village Dental, we believe that every patient deserves a beautiful, healthy, and confident smile. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of restorative dentistry solutions, including dental crowns and bridges, to enhance the aesthetics and functions of your teeth. We customize each restoration to provide an exceptional match to your natural teeth so you can smile with confidence once again. Contact our Chicago practice to get started today!
What Are Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns, also called "caps," are custom-crafted restorations that cover the visible portions of weak or damaged teeth, restoring their strength, function, and beautifully natural appearance. We are pleased to offer metal-free, all-ceramic crown materials like zirconia, which are closely matched to your natural teeth. We also offer other materials like porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) and gold on a case-by-case basis. Dr. Park and his team carefully consider your unique needs when recommending the crown material that is just right for you.
When Would You Need a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns are versatile restorations with numerous uses, including the following:
- Protecting weak or damaged teeth, restoring their health and function
- Repairing teeth with deep decay and not enough structure remaining to support traditional fillings
- Strengthening teeth after root canal therapy to prevent further damage
- Holding together cracked teeth, relieving your discomfort, and restoring your healthy smile
- Replacing missing teeth by covering dental implants or supporting dental bridges
- Making cosmetic modifications by covering chipped, misshapen, gapped, severely discolored, or otherwise flawed teeth
What Are Dental Bridges?
Dental bridges are fixed restorations designed to replace one or more adjacent missing teeth. They consist of aesthetic tooth replacements (pontics) attached to crowns placed on teeth neighboring the gap (abutment teeth). We custom-craft dental bridges from the same high-quality materials as dental crowns, depending on your specific needs.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Bridges?
Dental bridges offer numerous advantages, including the following:
- They fill gaps left by missing teeth, restoring your confident smile and enhancing your quality of life.
- They support your facial structure, preventing the hollow appearance that can result from tooth loss.
- They help you eat with comfort, speak more clearly, and smile naturally once again.
- They prevent any adjacent teeth from drifting and shifting out of place, preserving the alignment of your teeth and bite.
- They redistribute the forces of your bite, reducing your risk of periodontal disease, uneven tooth wear, and TMJ pain.
How Should You Care for Your Dental Crown or Bridge?
Caring for a dental crown or bridge is like caring for your natural teeth. Make sure to brush at least twice a day, floss daily, especially around your restoration, and use a floss threader to clean under the pontic. It’s also important to schedule routine dental exams and cleanings. Your dental crown or bridge can last many years with proper care and ongoing maintenance.
Dental Crowns and Bridges Near Me in Chicago, IL
At River Village Dental, we're dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain a healthy and confident smile. Whether you need a dental crown to restore a weak or damaged tooth or a bridge to complete your smile, Dr. Park and his team will recommend the ideal solution for your unique needs.
We invite you to call 312-300-7385 to schedule your appointment or book one online today.
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