Crowns and Bridges in Charlotte, NC

Need a crown or bridge? Look no further than Inspired Dentistry of Charlotte! We are proud to offer our patients the best in dental technology and services. Our team of experienced professionals will help you get the smile you’ve always wanted, with crowns and bridges in Charlotte that look and feel like natural teeth. 

Crowns and bridges are extremely useful treatments that have helped millions of people preserve their teeth and their smiles.

Crowns have dual roles in dentistry. They are perfect for protecting a tooth that has been weakened by decay, cracking, fractures or impacts. Crowns are also recommended after root canal therapy because a tooth will become brittle following this treatment. A crown prevents the tooth from fracturing and enables the patient to retain its function for many more years, maybe the rest of their life.

Crowns are also important as cosmetic improvements. A person seeking a more even, well-shaped smile might choose to crown some of their teeth. 

Bridges, on the other hand, are fast, functional and aesthetic tooth replacements. In just a couple of weeks, a missing tooth can be replaced with a bridge that matches the other teeth perfectly.

What is a dental crown and what does the process involve?

A crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” placed over a tooth — covering the tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns are typically used when a large cavity threatens the ongoing health of a tooth but can also be used to improve aesthetics or correct misalignment. 

Getting a dental crown in Charlotte is a relatively straightforward experience, though it usually involves multiple visits. Generally, the process begins with your dentist inspecting the affected tooth for decay and determining whether there is enough of a healthy structure to support the crown. If not, more restorative measures such as root canals or other procedures may be necessary before crown placement. Once priority treatments are finished, impressions will be taken of your teeth and sent away to create the crown. In many cases, you will then receive a temporary crown until your permanent crown is fabricated and returned from the lab. Finally, you'll have one more visit to apply the crown with precision for an ideal fit, completing the process.

What are dental crowns made of?

Dental crowns in Charlotte are typically made from a variety of materials, including porcelain, ceramic, and metal alloys. Porcelain crowns offer the most natural-looking coloration and easy blending with existing teeth, while crowns made from ceramic and metal alloy materials are noted for their long-term durability and strength. Whether you are seeking crowns to address misalignment within your smile or require protection after a root canal or other procedure, your dentist can help you determine the most appropriate material for your dental crown needs.

What is a Bridge? 

A bridge is an appliance used to replace missing teeth by literally bridging the gap between two teeth. A bridge consists of two crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap and false tooth/teeth (pontics) in between. Bridges are cemented into place and cannot be removed like dentures. They are an excellent way to maintain your normal bite alignment and speech patterns while restoring your smile. 

At Inspired Dentistry of Charlotte, crowns and bridges provide an ideal solution to restore strength and beauty to teeth. Our team of experienced professionals is focused on providing comfortable procedures with results that look like natural teeth. We have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to crowns and bridges in Charlotte, which is why they are an integral part of the services we offer.

If you or your family members are in need of crowns or bridges, contact us today. We would be more than happy to answer any questions about our crowns and bridges in Charlotte that you may have!

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