Restorative

Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges

Crowns and bridges are durable restorations that rebuild damaged teeth and fill gaps from missing teeth. A crown caps a weakened tooth to restore strength and appearance, while a bridge anchors to neighboring teeth to replace one or more missing teeth.

Overview

Crowns and bridges are durable restorations that rebuild damaged teeth and fill gaps from missing teeth. A crown caps a weakened tooth to restore strength and appearance, while a bridge anchors to neighboring teeth to replace one or more missing teeth.

Benefits

  • Restores strength to cracked or decayed teeth
  • Replaces missing teeth to restore chewing and speech
  • Prevents remaining teeth from shifting
  • Natural-looking porcelain matched to your smile
  • Long-lasting, stain-resistant materials

The Process

  1. 1

    Tooth preparation

    The tooth is shaped and impressions or digital scans are taken.

  2. 2

    Temporary restoration

    A temporary crown or bridge protects your tooth while the final piece is crafted.

  3. 3

    Custom fabrication

    Your restoration is made to match the color and shape of your natural teeth.

  4. 4

    Final placement

    The permanent crown or bridge is bonded securely and your bite is checked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready for a Smile You'll Love?

Schedule your visit with Dr. John M. Chaves, DDS at Sunset Center for Dental Excellence. Same-week appointments and emergency care available.

9201 Sunset Blvd #609, West Hollywood, CA 90069