Dental Crowns and Bridges
Restore function, comfort, and confidence to your smile
If you have damaged or missing teeth, crowns and bridges offer reliable, long-lasting solutions to restore both appearance and function. At Coastalview Dental, we provide custom-made restorations designed to strengthen your bite, protect your teeth, and blend naturally with your smile.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown (often called a “cap”) fully covers a weakened or damaged tooth, helping restore its shape, size, and strength. Crowns can also be placed on dental implants or used to support a dental bridge.
Your dentist may recommend a crown to:
Cover and protect a fractured or weakened tooth
Restore a tooth after root canal therapy
Replace a large filling when too little natural tooth remains
Improve the shape or color of a tooth
Complete a dental implant restoration
Support a bridge replacing missing teeth
Crowns can be crafted from porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, or porcelain fused to metal, depending on your goals for appearance, strength, and durability.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the space. The supporting teeth, called abutments, hold the replacement tooth (or pontic) securely in place.
A bridge may help:
Prevent nearby teeth from shifting out of position
Restore natural chewing and speaking function
Maintain facial shape and bite balance
Reduce stress on the jaw joint (TMJ) and surrounding teeth
Like crowns, bridges are available in porcelain, ceramic, or metal alloys, and can be precisely color-matched to your natural teeth for a seamless appearance.
How Are Crowns and Bridges Made?
The process typically includes:
Preparing the tooth or teeth to make space for the restoration
Taking a precise digital or physical impression
Placing a temporary crown or bridge to protect your teeth
Custom-fabricating your final restoration in a dental lab
Cementing the permanent crown or bridge securely in place
Your Coastalview Dental dentist will help you choose the most suitable materials and shade for a natural-looking, comfortable result that supports your long-term oral health.
How Long Do Crowns and Bridges Last?
With proper care, crowns and bridges can last many years. Their longevity depends on your oral hygiene habits, diet, and regular dental visits.
For long-term results:
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste
Floss carefully around crowns and bridges
Avoid biting hard foods like ice or hard candy
Visit your dentist regularly for cleanings and checkups
Are You Considering a Crown or Bridge?
If you’re missing a tooth or have one that’s damaged, schedule a consultation at Coastalview Dental in Encinitas to explore your restorative options.
Our experienced team will guide you through every step and help you find the best solution to restore your smile’s function, strength, and beauty.