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One or more missing teeth can significantly affect the appearance and functionality of your smile. Missing teeth can cause a change in your bite, shifting of the teeth, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, speech impediments, an increased risk for periodontal disease and a greater chance for developing tooth decay. So when tooth loss occurs, what are your options to restore your smile? When your teeth are damaged, dental crowns are used to preserve the functionality of your teeth. Dental bridges on the other hand, like implants, are used to replace missing teeth by filling the gap and are made up of two dental crowns for the teeth on either side. Crowns have often been used to restore your decayed or broken down teeth for years. With recent advancements in dentistry, CEREC has made restoration even easier. By allowing crowns to be applied in one simple visit, you can gain the confidence and smile you have been missing without multiple appointments. Using computer aided technology, your dentist can now take a picture of your tooth before and during evaluation, eliminating the need for temporary crowns between procedures. Cover Damaged Teeth with Crowns If your tooth decay or dental damage is too extensive for veneers, direct composite bonding or other conservative treatments are not viable treatment options; your dentist may consult you about dental crowns. Whether the dental crowns are used to restore a damaged tooth or to create a lifelike tooth replacement for an implant, crowns can be fabricated in your dentist's office for a one visit restoration. Dental crowns are synthetic caps, usually made of porcelain, placed on the top of a tooth. They are a restoration that covers a tooth to restore it to its normal shape and size, which strengthens and improves the appearance of your damaged tooth. When your tooth is broken down and fillings are unable to solve your problem, crowns are necessary in order to restore function to your tooth. What is CEREC and How does it Work? With the CEREC system, your cosmetic dentist in Newton, MA can create beautiful life-like porcelain restorations for your teeth. An infrared camera takes images of your tooth after shaping. A CAD CAM computer program immediately downloads the images of your teeth to create a three-dimensional virtual model that can be viewed and manipulated on the computer monitor. CEREC, which stands Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic, is an innovation that many cosmetic dentists are using to provide natural looking crowns faster than traditional crown procedures. This is a computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing, or CAD-CAM procedure, for the creation of your crown. This crown is created by a computer to fit your tooth perfectly. The computer aided technology eliminates the laboratory step in manufacturing your crown, which allows for your treatment to be completed in one visit. You will end up with a strong, long lasting porcelain restoration. Because the CEREC restorations are bonded rather than cemented, less tooth structure needs to be removed during the preparation process. Eliminate Gaps with Bridges Bridges are natural-looking dental appliances that can replace a section of your missing teeth. Since they are custom-made, bridges are not noticeable and can restore the natural contour of teeth, in addition to the proper bite relationship between upper and lower teeth. Sometimes referred to as fixed partial dentures, bridges are permanent and bonded to existing teeth or implants. Some bridges are removable and can be cleaned, while others need to be removed by your dentist. If you have damaged or missing teeth, it is recommended that you visit your Newton cosmetic dentists for further consultation on the best procedure for restoration. Dental crowns and bridges are not for everyone, but your Newton dentist can help you find a treatment plan for an improved smile.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading dentist in Newton, MA, Dr. Robert Csillag. His small family oriented practice focuses on personalized care in a technologically advanced environment. Dr. Csillag, cosmetic dentist in Newton, provides an array of services such as CEREC, dental implants, dentures, crowns and bridges.
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