Your teeth work hard every day—chewing, speaking, and supporting your smile. But when a tooth is damaged or missing, it can affect your confidence and ability to enjoy daily life. At Silk City Dental, we believe that everyone deserves a strong, functional, and beautiful smile. That’s why Dr. Tushin Shah and our experienced team offer high-quality crowns and bridges to restore the health, appearance, and strength of your teeth.

What Are Crowns and Bridges?

Crowns and bridges are dental restorations designed to protect and replace teeth. A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth, restoring its strength and appearance. A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring a false tooth to the adjacent natural teeth or implants.

At Silk City Dental, we use high-quality materials, such as porcelain and ceramic, to ensure that your crowns and bridges blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing solution.

When Do You Need a Crown or Bridge?

You may need a dental crown if:

• A tooth is severely decayed or weakened
• You have a large filling that needs extra support
• A tooth is cracked, chipped, or broken
• You’ve undergone root canal treatment and need protection for the tooth
• You want to improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth

A dental bridge may be the right solution if:

• You are missing one or more teeth
• You want a fixed (non-removable) tooth replacement
• You want to prevent adjacent teeth from shifting
• You want to restore full chewing and speaking ability

During a consultation, Dr. Tushin Shah will assess your dental health and recommend the best treatment to restore your smile.

The Dental Crown Procedure

Getting a crown at Silk City Dental is a straightforward process:

1. Examination and Preparation – We assess your tooth and prepare it by reshaping it slightly to fit the crown.
2. Impressions and Temporary Crown – A digital scan or impression is taken to create a custom crown. A temporary crown may be placed while your permanent one is being crafted.
3. Crown Placement – Once ready, the custom crown is securely bonded to your tooth, restoring its function and appearance.

The Dental Bridge Procedure

For patients receiving a bridge, the process is similar:

1. Tooth Preparation – The supporting teeth are reshaped to hold the bridge securely.
2. Impressions and Temporary Bridge – We take an impression to craft a custom bridge, and a temporary bridge may be placed.
3. Bridge Placement – The final bridge is fitted and bonded, restoring your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.

Benefits of Crowns and Bridges

• Restores function – Eat, chew, and speak with ease
• Enhances aesthetics – Natural-looking restorations blend with your smile
• Protects teeth – Crowns strengthen weak or damaged teeth
• Prevents shifting – Bridges keep surrounding teeth in place
• Long-lasting solution – With proper care, crowns and bridges can last for years

Caring for Your Crowns and Bridges

To maintain your new restoration:

• Brush and floss daily, focusing on the gum line
• Avoid chewing on hard objects that may damage your crown or bridge
• Visit Silk City Dental regularly for check-ups and cleanings
• Report any discomfort or looseness to Dr. Tushin Shah promptly

Schedule Your Appointment Today

If you need a dental crown or bridge, don’t wait to restore your smile! Contact Silk City Dental to book a consultation with Dr. Tushin Shah. Let us help you regain confidence and enjoy a strong, beautiful smile for years to come.