Dental Bridge and Crown Fitting at Our Dental Clinic in Ota and Magboro

A crown is a custom cap that covers a tooth that has been weakened by decay, a large filling, a fracture or a root canal. It restores the shape, size and strength of the tooth and protects what remains of the natural structure.

A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by joining an artificial tooth to crowns placed on the neighbouring teeth. The result fills the gap, spreads biting forces evenly and keeps the surrounding teeth from drifting.

Both restorations are made to match the colour and contour of your natural teeth. Materials vary, and the dentist explains the choices that suit the position of the tooth, the strength of your bite and the look you prefer.

A restoration that fits accurately feels natural when you bite and keeps food and bacteria from collecting along the edges. Careful fitting protects the gum line, supports a balanced bite and helps the restoration last.

Digital dental X-rays and a thorough examination help us see the roots, bone and neighbouring teeth before treatment begins. This information guides the shape, size and design of each crown or bridge.

Teeth that are cracked, heavily filled, worn down or sensitive when you bite often benefit from a crown. A tooth that has had root canal treatment usually needs one to stay strong.

A gap left by an extraction or an injury can shift the teeth around it and make chewing harder. A bridge is one of the options we may discuss to close that space, depending on assessment.

Early assessment gives you more choices. A tooth caught while it can still support a crown is often easier to save than one that has broken below the gum line, so book a visit when you first notice a problem.

• Cracked or broken teeth
• Large fillings that keep failing
• Teeth worn by grinding
• Gaps from missing teeth
• Teeth that feel weak when chewing

Your visit begins with an examination and discussion of your goals. The dentist prepares the tooth or teeth, takes impressions or scans, and typically places a temporary restoration while the final one is made.

At the fitting appointment the dentist checks the colour, shape and bite before cementing the restoration. Our gentle and calm environment helps anxious patients feel at ease throughout.

Fitting a bridge usually takes more than one appointment because the restoration is made to measure. The dentist keeps you informed at each stage, and you can raise any concern about comfort or appearance before the final cementing.

Brush twice daily and clean between your teeth every day, paying close attention to the gum line around the crown and under the bridge. Interdental brushes or floss threaders make cleaning beneath a bridge easier.

Regular check-ups let the dentist monitor the restoration and the teeth that support it. Dental deep cleaning and routine scaling help keep the gums healthy around your crowns and bridges.

If a gap is better filled by another approach, the dentist can discuss dental implants or dentures. Crowns, bridges and implants can also work together in a wider plan for your mouth.

Long term success depends on partnership between you and the dental team. Keep your appointments, report any looseness or sensitivity early and follow the cleaning routine the dentist demonstrates.