Dental Crowns 

A high quality dental crown is like a piece of jewellery requiring meticulous clinical and dental precision when prepared by a cosmetic dentist. This will enable you to function in comfort and with confidence over a long period of time.

Dental crowns protect heavily filled tooth from fracture by preserving the remaining tooth structure. In cosmetic dentistry porcelain crowns are often used to protect or rebuild damaged or worn teeth. Porcelain crowns have the aesthetics of porcelain veneers, but are stronger as they cover all the tooth structure. 

There are several different types of dental crowns in cosmetic dentistry:

·      All porcelain crowns.

·      Porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

·      Gold crowns.

 

Dental Bridges 

Dental bridges are fixed a solution for replacing missing teeth. Dental bridges are placed on healthy teeth.  Only some teeth can be replaced with bridges.  Assessment is the first step by a cosmetic dentist or a dentist who would be able to recommend the ideal treatment for you.

If you do not replace them then your teeth either side of the gap and opposing the gap, may move.  It may be difficult to eat.  Your face may sink in the places where your teeth are missing.

Dental bridges are a quick, easy option in cosmetic dentistry to replace teeth. They are fixed, unlike dentures and require good strong teeth to be placed upon. It is a popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry.

The majority of dental bridges are made of metal and porcelain.  You don’t see the metal as this is the sub structure and the porcelain is bonded to this to make them look like real teeth.  Sometimes a dental bridge can be made of all porcelain, but the cosmetic dentist would be able to advise you which one is good for you. 

Dental crowns and bridges can last you many years.  This depends on your hygiene, diet and the health of your existing teeth.  Also whether you clench or grind your teeth.  Regular visits with the hygienist (at least twice a year) and regular check ups with the cosmetic dentist, will ensure many years of having a perfect smile. 

Perfect Smile Spa is a cosmetic dentistry practice in Hornchurch, Essex.

Call 01708 442114 or email: care@perfectsmilespa.co.uk