Why Do I Need A Crown? There are many reasons your dentist may have recommended a crown to you. Decayed, broken, or cracked teeth will need dental caps or crowns to restore form, function, and aesthetics. If a tooth has received root canal treatment it will need a crown to protect the tooth from possible fracture as its nerve has been removed and weakened the structural components. Large fillings are prone to failure so crowns are often placed instead for the best chance of long term success. A crown or cap is a ceramic tooth shaped cover that will surround the tooth structure that remains on all sides. It is made of a strong Zirconium material that will help protect your tooth from fractures or further decay. Dublin Woods Family Dentistry works with the finest dental technician labs in the country to ensure the best possible crown for your tooth. Why Do I Need A Bridge? A bridge is a fixed dental restoration (a fixed dental prosthesis) used to replace a missing tooth (or several teeth) by joining an artificial tooth permanently to adjacent teeth or dental implants. Click on the link below to find out more about Bridges.
Dentures Our practice provides personalized denture services that meet the needs and comfort levels of our patients. All of our patients are unique and we create one-of-a-kind dentures that feel good and look natural. Dentures are natural-looking replacement teeth that are removable. There are two types of dentures: full and partial. Full dentures are given to patients when all of the natural teeth have been removed. Conventional full dentures are placed after the gum tissue has healed, which can take several months. Immediate full dentures are placed immediately after the teeth have been removed and may require frequent adjustments during the first couple of months of use. Partial dentures are attached to a metal frame that is connected to your natural teeth and are used to fill in where permanent teeth have been removed. Partial dentures are considered a removable alternative to bridges. Dentures are not for everyone. If you're interested in learning more about dentures and want to know if they are the right choice for you, please schedule an appointment. Our team will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and can determine the best course of treatment for your ongoing dental health.