Crowns & Bridges

Land O' Lakes Dental Crowns & Bridges

Restore Your Smile With a Crown or Bridge

Whether you need to repair a damaged tooth or replace a missing one, Land O' Lakes Dental Care offers high-quality, custom-made crowns and bridges that look and function like your natural teeth.

All About Dental Crowns

A dental crown—often referred to as a cap—is a tooth-shaped covering that fits over a damaged or decayed tooth. Crowns can be crafted from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal, or a combination of these.

With the expertise of Dr. Sandra Aljure-Estrada, crowns can restore the shape, size, strength, and appearance of your teeth while also protecting weak or cracked teeth from further damage.

How Dental Crowns Work

To place a crown, Dr. Aljure-Estrada will first prepare the damaged tooth by removing any decay and shaping it to ensure a perfect fit for the crown.

They’ll then make an impression of the tooth to create a custom crown that fits seamlessly.

While you wait for your permanent crown, you will receive a temporary one. Once your permanent crown is ready, your dentist will cement it onto the prepared tooth, restoring its function and appearance.

Caring for Dental Crowns

To ensure the longevity of your dental crown, it’s essential to maintain good oral hygiene. This includes brushing twice daily, flossing regularly, and scheduling routine dental check-ups and cleanings at Land O' Lakes Dental Care.

Avoid chewing on hard or sticky foods, as these can damage or dislodge the crown. If you grind your teeth at night, Dr. Aljure-Estrada may recommend wearing a night guard to protect both your crown and your natural teeth.

Benefits of Dental Crowns

Restores a damaged or decayed tooth.
Protects a weak or cracked tooth from further damage.
Enhances the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth.
Supports a dental bridge or covers a dental implant.
It can last for many years with proper care.

FAQs About Crowns For Land O' Lakes Residents

Why choose a crown over a veneer?

When restoring significantly damaged teeth, crowns are often the better choice. Dr. Aljure-Estrada will need to remove additional natural tooth structure to place a crown, whereas veneers cover only part of the visible tooth.

Crowns provide comprehensive coverage, making them suitable for a variety of dental issues. Our team can place a crown on any tooth, including permanent implants, to fully restore your smile.

What’s the treatment process for a crown?

At Land O' Lakes Dental Care, the process for getting a crown begins with taking an impression of your tooth, which we send to a specialized lab. This ensures that your custom crown fits perfectly.

While your permanent crown is being crafted, you’ll receive a temporary crown to protect your tooth. Once the permanent crown is ready, we’ll securely cement it in place, providing you with a strong and functional restoration.

Do crowns look like normal teeth?

How do I care for a crown?

Proper care for your crown is essential to maintain your oral health. It’s particularly important to clean between your teeth and floss carefully to prevent plaque buildup around the gum line, which can lead to decay at the base of the crown.

Additionally, avoid chewing on hard foods, ice, or other tough objects to protect your crown from damage. Protecting your crown from tooth grinding is also crucial, as it can wear down the crown material over time.

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All About Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a prosthetic device designed to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth, known as pontics, that are supported by adjacent natural teeth or dental implants.

At Land O' Lakes Dental Care, we offer high-quality bridges made from durable materials like porcelain, ceramic, metal, or a combination of these, ensuring a natural look and feel.

Types of Bridges

Traditional bridge: This type features one or more pontics anchored by dental crowns on the adjacent natural teeth, providing a stable and reliable solution.
Maryland bridge: A Maryland bridge consists of a pontic bonded to the back of the adjacent natural teeth using metal or porcelain wings, making it a less invasive option.
Cantilever bridge: This bridge has a pontic anchored to a single natural tooth, making it suitable for situations where there’s only one adjacent tooth available.

How Traditional Fixed Bridges Work

Dental bridges allow Dr. Aljure-Estradato to replace one or more missing teeth without the need for dentures or surgical implants. The process for a traditional fixed bridge typically involves two appointments:

During your first visit, Dr. Aljure-Estrada will take detailed notes about the size, shape, and color of your teeth, along with digital scans of the area surrounding the missing tooth.
Next, our team will send this information to a licensed dental ceramist at a dental lab, who will craft a high-quality replacement tooth.
Finally, once we receive your bridge from the lab, you’ll return to Land O' Lakes Dental Care, and Dr. Aljure-Estrada will securely place your permanent dental bridge on the two teeth adjacent to the missing tooth.

Benefits of Bridges

Choosing a dental bridge from Land O' Lakes Dental Care comes with several advantages, including:

Restoring your ability to chew and speak properly, enhancing your quality of life
Preventing your surrounding teeth from shifting out of place, which can lead to further dental issues
Improving the appearance of your smile, boosting your confidence, and self-esteem
Providing a long-lasting solution for missing teeth, allowing you to enjoy a functional and beautiful smile for years to come

FAQs About Dental Bridges For Land O' Lakes Residents

What’s a dental bridge?

A dental bridge is an effective way for Dr. Aljure-Estradato to replace a missing tooth.

At Land O' Lakes Dental Care, you can opt for this appliance if you want to restore one or more teeth without resorting to dentures or committing to the surgery required for permanent dental implants.

The new tooth is securely held in place by two crowns, crafted from ceramic or porcelain to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.

Do I need a dental bridge?

If you’re missing teeth and can maintain your oral hygiene with regular brushing and flossing, a dental bridge from Land O' Lakes Dental Care is a fantastic solution to restore your smile.

Missing teeth can create challenges with chewing and speaking, and they can also affect your appearance. If left untreated, the teeth surrounding the gap may shift, leading to misalignment.

A bridge not only corrects your bite, improving your chewing and speech but also enhances your cosmetic appearance by helping maintain your facial structure and preventing premature aging.

What’s the process for getting a bridge?

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The process for a traditional fixed bridge involves two appointments and several steps:

During your first visit, Dr. Aljure-Estrada will take detailed notes about the size, shape, and color of your teeth and create impressions of the surrounding teeth.
Next, we’ll send this information to a licensed dental ceramist at a specialized lab, where a high-quality replacement tooth is crafted.
Finally, when we receive your bridge from the lab, you’ll return to Land O' Lakes Dental Care, and Dr. Aljure-Estrada will securely place your permanent dental bridge on the two adjacent teeth.