DENTAL CROWNS AND BRIDGES

A crown and most bridges are a type of dental restoration which completely caps or encircles a tooth or dental implant. Crowns are often needed when a large cavity threatens the ongoing health of a tooth. They are typically bonded to the tooth using dental cement. Crowns can be made from many materials, which are usually fabricated using indirect methods. Crowns are often used to improve the strength or appearance of teeth.

A bridge is created from the union of crowns and may be recommended if you’re missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to gum disease and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

Contact us today for a Digital Smile Design consultation to see if you would benefit with Metal Free Emax Crowns. Contact our International Patient Coordinator at clinic@davincisdentalcare.com with any questions you may have about Costa Rica and your anticipated treatment.