What You Need to Know about Dental Crowns and Bridges

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What You Need to Know about Dental Crowns and
Bridges
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• You may often hear of friends or family
  visiting a dentist for a crown or bridge, however
  there is often some confusion regarding what
  exactly these procedures entail.

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What is a Dental Crown?

• The placement of a dental crown can be done
  for a variety of reasons crowns are often put in
  place to protect fragile or broken teeth which
  are vulnerable to further damage. They can also
  be used to cover implants and make cosmetic
  modifications, as well as to cover fillings when
  only a small amount of tooth is left after the
  cavity is filled.

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• Many different types of crowns are available
  to those who need them, coming in many different
  kinds of metals, ceramics, porcelain, resin, or
  even zirconia. The material the crown is made out
  of largely defines the cost of the crown, with
  resin crowns being the least expensive in most
  cases.

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• Not all crowns are permanent, with many of
  them being put in place simply to protect a tooth
  directly following an intense procedure.
  Temporary crowns can be made in a dental office
  by a dentist, where as permanent crowns need to
  be made in a dental lab.

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• Before having the procedure done, the tooth in
  need of a crown will first be examined and
  readied for the procedure. The dentist will do
  intensive x-rays to check for root decay or any
  other issues which may complicate the procedure.
  The tooth is then prepared for the crown by being
  filed down so that the crown will fit properly.

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• After this, an impression is done, and the
  impression is sent to a lab so that the crown
  itself can be made.
• Once the crown is successfully made by a
  dental lab, the dentist can then put the crown in
  place. The patient is put under anesthetic, and
  the crown is cemented onto its designated tooth.

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• Most dentists in Melbourne will be trained in
  dental crown placements, as it is a very standard
  procedure for most dentists. However, it is still
  important to weigh your options. Discuss your
  budget with several dentists to find out which
  one can provide you with the most cost effective
  procedure they can discuss your options with
  regards to this. You should also learn more about
  which type of crown is right for you, and which
  dentists can provide it.

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What is a Dental Bridge?

• Similar to a crown, dental bridges are very
  common dental procedures. When someone loses a
  tooth that is situated between two other teeth, a
  dental bridge is a common solution to filling the
  gap. Bridges work by installing crowns on two of
  the gaps neighboring teeth, and then attaching a
  false tooth to a bridge in between the two crowns.

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• Using this method, dentists can easily repair
  damaged smiles for a relatively affordable cost.
• Getting a bridge is very similar to getting a
  crown first, you should decide which dentist is
  right for you. Dental bridging in Melbourne can
  be done by nearly any of the areas multitude of
  dentists, however it is important to discuss your
  options.

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• Bridges can be made from a wide variety of
  materials, and it is vital to discuss with your
  dentist which options are best for you. After
  listing dentists which are highly educated and
  have the proper qualifications, learn which ones
  have the best options for you.

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• After deciding on a qualified dentist, they
  will start the bridging process in the same way
  that they start the crowning process the teeth
  which will receive the crowns will be
  re-contoured, and impressions of the teeth will
  be made and sent to a lab. A dental lab then
  prepares the crowns and the rest of the bridge,
  making it ready for placement.

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• Dental crowns and bridges can seem daunting at
  first, but both are highly safe and relatively
  painless procedures. Nearly all dentists in
  Melbourne will have experience and training in
  crowns and bridging, but it is important to
  compare your options to determine which dentist
  has to offer you. After deciding on the right
  dentist, you can undergo the process, and emerge
  with a better, healthier smile.

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