Crowns & Bridges

A Crown covers a tooth that is cracked, chipped or is damaged or stained in some way, restoring the look of your original tooth. Made from a composite or porcelain, a crown fully covers a tooth to the gum line and feels like your natural tooth.

Crowns are frequently used to protect a weak tooth or to correct a discolored one. They also are fitted over implants to replace a missing tooth and are used to attach a bridge to fill a gap due to missing teeth.

At Thomas & Associates, your crown will be carefully matched to the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth, so you can expect an aesthetically pleasing result.

A dental bridge replaces missing teeth by attaching replacement teeth to the teeth on either side of the missing ones. Typically, a bridge fills a gap from two or more missing teeth, but it may replace just one. Your replacement teeth are made from precious metals, alloys or porcelain and are bonded to the supporting teeth. Usually, the supporting teeth are fitted with crowns to accommodate the bridge.

Your bridge also referred to as partial dentures, may be removable or fixed. Occasionally bridges are implanted using a procedure similar to that of implanting a single tooth. It is important to establish a solid foundation for your dental bridge both for comfort and function.

At Thomas & Associates, location and function are considered carefully as we design your custom bridge, so that you are assured of the best quality material for your replacement teeth as well as a comfortable and stable fit. The correct fit and design for your bridge can dramatically improve your ability to chew and speak, as well as creating an attractive smile and enhancing your overall appearance.

Even one missing tooth can create stress when biting or chewing and can detract from your appearance. Call Dr. Thomas today to discuss the possibility of crowns or a bridge to replace missing teeth.