Dental Crowns Preston: Restoring Strength, Restoring Confidence
At Watling Street Road Dental, achieving beautiful and long-lasting smiles is our passion. We prioritise creating restorations that not only function flawlessly but also leave you feeling confident and happy with your appearance. That’s why we proudly offer EMAX crowns as our preferred choice for most dental crown procedures.
The Advantages of EMAX all-porcelain crowns
At Watling Street Road Dental, we understand the importance of a complete and healthy smile. Dental bridges offer a reliable and long-lasting way to replace missing teeth and prevent these potential complications. Here, we’ll delve into the different types of bridges available and how they can benefit you:
Appealing Translucency
Bridges close the gap created by missing teeth, restoring a complete and natural-looking smile. This can significantly boost your confidence and self-esteem.
Superior Strength
Missing teeth can hinder your ability to chew effectively and speak clearly. Bridges restore full functionality, allowing you to eat your favourite foods and speak with confidence.
Outstanding Aesthetics
Gaps left by missing teeth can cause surrounding teeth to shift out of place. Bridges prevent this from happening, maintaining proper jaw alignment and overall oral health.
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A Personalised Treatment Plan for Your Unique Smile
We understand that every smile is unique. That’s why we offer a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. Here’s what you can expect:
In-depth consultation
Advanced Imaging Technology
Customised Treatment Plan
Dental Bridge Types
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Traditional Bridges: The Reliable Choice:
These are the most common type of bridge. They consist of a false tooth (pontic) held in place by crowns placed on the surrounding healthy teeth (abutments). Traditional bridges are typically made from porcelain fused to metal or ceramic for a natural look and long-lasting durability.
Cantilever Bridges: For Specific Situations:
Cantilever bridges are used when there’s only one healthy tooth next to the gap. This bridge utilises a single crown on that tooth to support the replacement tooth. They are suitable for smaller gaps and situations where minimal stress is placed on the bridge. During your consultation, our dentists will carefully assess your situation to determine if a cantilever bridge is the most suitable option for you.
Maryland Bonded Bridges: A Conservative Approach:
Often used for front teeth, Maryland bonded bridges employ metal or tooth-coloured “wings” that are bonded to the backs of the surrounding healthy teeth for support. A significant advantage is that it requires minimal shaping, if any, of the healthy teeth, making it a more conservative approach compared to traditional bridges.
Implant-Supported Bridges: The Long-Term Solution:
Recommended for replacing multiple missing teeth, implant-supported bridges involve placing two or more dental implants with space between them. These implants act as anchors for a permanently cemented bridge. Because dental implants mimic tooth roots, they preserve jawbone integrity and provide exceptional support for the replacement teeth, translating to long-lasting bridgework and improved oral health.
Your Partner in Oral Health
At Watling Street Road Dentist & Implant Clinic, we are dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain optimal oral health through comprehensive dental care and education. By incorporating effective dental hygiene practices into your daily routine, you can enjoy a healthy, beautiful smile for life.
What are the Types of Dental Implants?
- Single Tooth Replacement
- Multiple Teeth Replacement
- Full Arch or Complete Tooth Loss
Who is suitable for dental implants?
Generally, individuals with good overall health, adequate bone density in the jaw, and healthy gums are suitable candidates for dental implants. A thorough evaluation by a dentist or oral surgeon is necessary.
What are the advantages of dental implants?
Dental implants offer several advantages, including improved stability, functionality, and aesthetics compared to other tooth replacement options. They also help prevent bone loss in the jaw.
How Long is the Procedure?
The duration of dental implant surgery typically ranges from one to two hours per implant, but this can vary based on factors like the complexity of the case and the need for additional procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
A crown is typically recommended when a tooth is too damaged, cracked, or weakened to be reliably restored with a filling alone. This might be because a very large existing filling has failed, because a tooth has had root canal treatment, or because a tooth has fractured in a way that leaves it vulnerable. Crowns fully encase the tooth, providing protection and restoring full function.
We offer porcelain and ceramic crowns as standard for visible teeth, as these match the natural colour of your teeth closely and are highly durable. Metal or metal-backed crowns may occasionally be recommended for back teeth in specific clinical situations. Your dentist will discuss the most appropriate option for your tooth at your consultation.
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia, so you should feel pressure but not pain during treatment. Your tooth will feel tender or sensitive for a few days after the appointment, which is entirely normal and settles as the area heals. Once your permanent crown is fitted and bedded in, the tooth should feel comfortable and function just like any other.
In most cases, two appointments are needed. At the first, the tooth is prepared, an impression is taken, and a temporary crown is fitted. At the second appointment, the permanent crown is checked and cemented into place. Some practices now offer same-day crowns using digital milling technology, and we can advise on what is available and suitable for your case. You can book online at dentistwatlingstreet.co.uk/contact.