CROWN AND BRIDGE

Crowns and Bridges are two different prostheses and are used to restore the natural structure, function, and appearance of teeth that have been damaged or lost.

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its strength and shape. It is typically made of porcelain, ceramic, or metal alloys and is designed to fit over the prepared tooth structure.

A dental bridge, on the other hand, is a combination of crowns in a unified body that replaces more than one missing tooth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) that are anchored in place by two dental crowns, which are placed over the adjacent teeth. The crowns serve as anchors or abutments for the bridge and provide stability and support for the replacement teeth.

Crown and bridge

Metal Crowns

If someone is looking for a long-term and durable solution then metal crowns are to the rescue. The gold crowns in these are the most used and bond well with the tooth. These can even withstand hard chewing forces and biting. Being stronger they last longer and do not wear down easily. The only drawback is that they are visible from a distance hence, suitable only for molars.

Porcelain-fused-to-metal (CERAMIC)

If you have aesthetic concerns and also wish to have metal crowns inserted then these are the best option available. The inside of the teeth is made up of metal and the outer portion of the crown is made of porcelain, as a result, it has the dual advantage – metal which provides strength, and porcelain which matches the color of the teeth making it look like natural teeth. They look the most like natural teeth.

Crown and bridge
Crown and bridge

Zirconia Crown

They are also known as resin-bonded bridges. They use metal wings instead of crowns to secure the bridge in place. The wings are bonded to the back of your neighboring teeth. Given their design, they aren’t strong enough to withstand the chewing forces of back teeth, hence used to replace front teeth