Dental Crowns & Bridges in Luverne, MN
Porcelain Crowns & Bridges
If you have missing or damaged teeth, a dental crown (single tooth) or bridge (multiple teeth) can help restore the function and aesthetics of your smile. Even for patients who are diligent about their home care, it is not uncommon to need a tooth repaired or replaced at some point. If problems should arise with your smile, you can rest assured that Dr. Tanner Brolsma will restore your teeth with only the finest dental materials so you will have strength and durability you can trust, and the aesthetics you want. Our team has extensive experience with restorative dental treatments and can easily provide you with a beautiful dental crown that looks and feels completely natural.
If you have a tooth that needs repair or replacement, it’s a good idea to consider treatment as soon as possible to avoid further damage to your smile. Contact Luverne Family Dental today for more information and to schedule your dental appointment.
Dental Crowns
Same-Day Porcelain Crowns
A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over your tooth to protect and strengthen it. Designed to cover the entire remaining tooth structure like a “cap,” a crown helps restore a tooth that has been weakened or damaged while protecting it from further problems. Crowns are most often made from durable ceramic material and are customized to look and feel like a natural tooth.
A crown may be recommended when a tooth has been weakened by a large cavity, fracture, root canal treatment, or other damage that is too extensive for a filling alone. If a cavity is too large, placing a filling may not provide enough support and could further compromise the tooth.
Dr. Tanner Brolsma may recommend a crown to:
While crowns are often used to restore damaged teeth, they can also be used for cosmetic purposes. If a tooth is healthy but does not match the size, shape, or appearance of your other teeth, a crown can create a more balanced, natural-looking smile.
Each crown is carefully designed to blend seamlessly with your surrounding teeth. Most crowns are made from porcelain to match the color and shape of your smile. In some cases, gold may be recommended for back teeth, where additional strength and durability are especially important.
Dental Bridges
Porcelain Bridges
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. A bridge uses the teeth on either side of the space for support, placing a crown on each end with one or more artificial teeth in between to fill the gap. Because a bridge is permanently placed, it stays securely in your mouth and is not removable.
At Luverne Family Dental, we typically create bridges from porcelain so they blend naturally with your smile and surrounding teeth. A bridge can help restore your ability to chew and speak comfortably while also preventing nearby teeth from shifting out of place.
The process for a dental bridge is very similar to that of a crown and is typically completed in two visits over the course of a couple of weeks.
At your first appointment, Dr. Brolsma will prepare the supporting teeth, obtain digital scans of your teeth, and place a temporary bridge for you to wear. Your final restoration is then custom-made by a trusted dental lab.
Once your bridge is ready, you will return to our office so it can be permanently placed and adjusted for a comfortable, natural fit. The result is a seamless restoration that allows you to smile, speak, and eat with confidence again.
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