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Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and bridges are restorations that correct dental problems while protecting and strengthening your teeth.

A dental crown is custom-made to fit over a damaged natural tooth. It restores the function of the tooth and provides strength and support. Dental bridges are also versatile and have several uses.

We usually create crowns and bridges out of porcelain because of its natural appearance and durability.

Everyone wants a smile that is healthy and beautiful, and we can help you reach that goal by using crowns and bridges. Updated techniques and treatments have made the placing of crowns and bridges easier than ever before.

When Are Dental Crowns and Bridges Used?

Dental crowns have many applications and can be used to correct many problems:

Severely decayed teeth
Teeth weakened by root canal treatment
Fractured or broken teeth
Broken fillings
Large, unattractive fillings

A dental bridge is used to fill the space left by a missing tooth. The bridge is usually made as a single unit that is held in place by crowns on adjacent teeth. A dental bridge not only improves your appearance but also prevents surrounding teeth from shifting out of place and moving into the space left by a missing tooth.

What Does Placing a Crown or Bridge Involve?

A dental crown or bridge can usually be placed in two or three visits. First, we prepare your natural tooth to receive the restoration and then impressions are taken of your teeth. The impression accurately represents the position of your natural teeth so that your restoration fits perfectly.

We then send the impressions to a custom dental lab, where skilled technicians use them to create your permanent restoration, which usually takes about two weeks. Before you leave our office, we fit you with a temporary bridge or crown that you wear while the lab fabricates your new crown or bridge.

Once we receive your restoration back from the lab, we will schedule an appointment for you to return to our office. At that time we check the finished restoration for proper fit and make adjustments as necessary. Finally, the restoration is cemented permanently into place.

Before you leave our office, we will give you instructions on caring for your new restoration. The restoration is fully functional, but you should remember that it requires special care to prevent damage and the need for replacement. If you practice proper oral hygiene and schedule regular dental cleanings, your new restoration will last for many years.

Call to Schedule an Evaluation

Are you troubled by a damaged or missing tooth? Contact our office to schedule an appointment at 812-339-6272, or request an appointment online.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Eric Hein

Dr. Hein is a Bloomington native and a graduate of Bloomington South High School and the Indiana University School of Dentistry. For the last 20 years, he has lived in Valparaiso where he was a partner in a large practice. As Dr. Hein and his wife prepare for their empty nest with kids going to college, they have made Indianapolis their home for the next chapter of their lives. Dr. Hein is excited to be the new owner of Campus Family Dental. He is looking forward to meeting and ...