What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?
At UMG Family Dentistry, we're committed to giving you a healthy, beautiful smile, even if you have damaged or missing teeth. Our practice offers dental crowns and bridges to help restore the function and appearance of your teeth. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap placed over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength while improving its appearance. Crowns can be made from several materials, including porcelain, ceramic, or metal, and are designed to look like your natural tooth and blend with your other teeth. A dental bridge is used to replace several missing teeth and restore your full smile. It consists of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap (called abutments) and one or more replacement teeth in between. These replacement teeth, known as pontics, are crafted to match the appearance of your natural tooth and give you the ability to chew, speak, and smile with confidence. Schedule a consultation at UMG Family Dentistry in Columbia, MD to discover how a dental crown or bridge can enhance your smile's health and aesthetics.
How Do Dental Crowns and Bridges Work?
Dental crowns cover the visible portion of a damaged or decayed tooth, preserving the tooth structure and restoring normal function. The dental crown procedure typically requires two visits. In the first visit, the tooth is prepared by removing any damaged tissue and reshaping it to fit the crown. Impressions are then taken and sent to a lab to create your customized crown. During this time, a temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth. At the second visit, the temporary crown is removed, and the permanent crown is placed, resulting in a strong and natural-looking tooth. Dental bridges work similarly but involve using crowns on neighboring teeth (abutments) to support one or more replacement teeth. After preparing the abutment teeth, impressions are taken, and the dental bridge is crafted. The dental bridge is then anchored onto the abutments, filling the gap and restoring function and appearance. Like crowns, dental bridges are customized to fit comfortably in your mouth and blend seamlessly with your natural tooth color.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges?
Dental crowns and dental bridges at UMG Family Dentistry in Columbia, MD are lasting solutions that protect a single tooth structure or replace several missing teeth. The benefits of choosing crowns or bridges for your treatment include:
- Durable protection for a damaged tooth, preventing further decay or damage
- A natural-looking appearance that matches your other teeth
- Restoration of chewing and speaking abilities, allowing you to eat and speak comfortably
- Prevention of shifting in neighboring teeth, maintaining proper alignment and bite
- Long-lasting results that can endure with proper care
- Improved comfort and confidence when speaking and smiling
- Preservation of remaining teeth, as dental bridges prevent adjacent teeth from shifting into gaps left by missing teeth
UMG Family Dentistry Reviews
Refreshing experience - Dr. Ung and her entire staff were extremely pleasant, knew what they were doing, and didn’t rush me out of the door which is very important for me. Dr. Ung took her time and did an excellent job. She answered all my questions and made sure I understood what was happening every step of the way. I usually have poor experiences with dentists so this was a breath of fresh air. Highly recommend. Oh and they’re family owned and have a Physical Therapy side of the business which I’ll be checking out.
Dr. Ung was so nice She was gentle and very thorough. This may sound crazy but I can't wait until my next appointment!!
I am so glad Dr. Ung now has her own practice. I have been going to Dr. Ung for years and have followed her to whichever practice she has worked at. What makes Dr. Ung the best is she is kind and knowledgeable, but won’t make you feel bad when she explains issues with your teeth or different approaches or practices for you to have better oral health. I have been to other dentists that scold you or make you feel bad. Dr. Ung is the opposite. She explains the issues and consequences, but provides approaches to do better. She is a caring dentist that also has a gentle hand and tries to make the experience enjoyable. I have no worries when I have a dental appointment after seeing Dr. Ung. That is why I have followed her. She is that great of a dentist.
Amazing new facility with clean and new equipment. The hygienist and doctor were very caring and helpful with my dental care.
Dr. Ung was so professional, knowledgeable, and kind during my appointment. She did a thorough history and I left feeling like I had gotten a new smile. amazing experience!
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Improve Your Smile with Dental Crowns and Bridges
At UMG Family Dentistry, our experienced team provides personalized dental care to restore and improve your smile. Whether you require a dental crown for a damaged tooth or need a dental bridge to replace multiple teeth, we offer the best solutions for your oral health. Contact UMG Family Dentistry today to schedule your consultation. Find out how a crown or bridge can upgrade your smile's health and beauty. We're here to guide you through the process.
