Crowns & Bridges: Rebuild Your Smile's Strength and Beauty
Understanding Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges are proven solutions for repairing damaged teeth and filling gaps from missing ones. A crown acts as a protective cover for a weakened or broken tooth, restoring its shape and strength. Bridges replace one or more missing teeth by securing prosthetic teeth to neighboring healthy teeth or dental implants. At Smile Town Dental, we provide expert Crowns & Bridges in Sanford designed to bring back both the function and natural appearance of your smile.
How We Create Your Custom Restoration
- Initial Evaluation: Our team carefully examines your teeth and talks through the best solutions for your needs.
- Tooth Preparation: We reshape the affected tooth and take detailed impressions to ensure proper fit.
- Custom Fabrication: Your impressions are sent to our trusted dental laboratory where skilled technicians create your personalized restoration.
- Final Fitting: When your crown or bridge is ready, we place it carefully and make adjustments to guarantee comfort and function.
Why Crowns and Bridges Make a Difference
Improved Functionality
Enjoy eating your favorite foods, speaking clearly, and smiling with complete confidence again.
Natural Appearance
Your restoration is crafted to blend perfectly with your existing teeth for a seamless look.
Long-Lasting Results
Built from premium materials, crowns and bridges provide reliable performance for years to come.
Rebuild Confidence with Quality Restorations
Replace missing teeth and repair damaged ones with our expertly crafted crowns and bridges that look and feel just like your natural teeth.
Crown Options We Offer
All-Porcelain Crowns
Perfect for visible front teeth, these crowns match your natural tooth shade beautifully.
Metal Crowns
Strong and long-lasting, ideal for molars where durability matters most.
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns
A balanced choice that combines strength with attractive appearance.
Benefits of Crowns & Bridges
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Tooth Preparation
We carefully shape the supporting teeth to accommodate the crowns that will hold your bridge.
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Aesthetic Enhancement
A precise mold captures your tooth structure so your bridge fits perfectly.
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Bridge Placement
Your custom bridge is positioned and permanently bonded in place for stability.
Before & After Gallery
Why Smile Town Dental for Your Restoration Needs
At Smile Town Dental, we deliver personalized care with a gentle touch. Our experienced team uses advanced techniques and quality materials to ensure your crowns and bridges look great and function flawlessly. We focus on creating a comfortable experience while providing affordable options that meet your budget.
Common Questions About Crowns and Bridges
Crowns and bridges are restorative treatments that repair or replace teeth. Crowns are custom caps placed over damaged teeth to protect and strengthen them. Bridges fill gaps by attaching replacement teeth to neighboring natural teeth or implants. Both options restore your ability to chew comfortably and smile confidently. When you choose Crowns & Bridges in Sanford at Smile Town Dental, you're investing in durable solutions that bring back your smile's natural function and beauty.
With good care and regular dental visits, crowns and bridges typically last between 10 and 20 years, sometimes longer. Their lifespan depends on the materials we use, how well you maintain your oral hygiene, and avoiding habits like teeth grinding or chewing ice. Brushing twice daily, flossing regularly, and visiting us for routine checkups will help your restoration stay strong and healthy for many years.
The procedure is comfortable thanks to local anesthesia, which numbs the area completely during treatment. You shouldn't feel pain while we prepare your tooth or place your restoration. Afterward, some mild sensitivity or discomfort is normal as your mouth adjusts, but this usually fades quickly and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. We'll provide clear aftercare instructions to help you stay comfortable during recovery.
Caring for crowns and bridges is simple—treat them like your natural teeth. Brush at least twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss every day to keep your gums healthy and prevent buildup. Visit us regularly for professional cleanings and checkups so we can monitor your restoration's condition. Avoid chewing hard items like ice or hard candy that could damage your crown or bridge, and maintain these habits to protect your investment in your smile.
Most patients complete their crown or bridge treatment in two appointments. During your first visit, we prepare the tooth, take impressions, and place a temporary restoration if needed. These impressions go to our lab where your custom crown or bridge is created. At your second appointment, usually a few weeks later, we fit and cement your permanent restoration, making any final adjustments to ensure perfect comfort and function.