Crowns and Bridges
- Purpose: Restore function and appearance of damaged or missing teeth.
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Materials: Made from porcelain, ceramic, or metal.
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Procedure: Teeth are reshaped and prepared, followed by fitting the crown or bridge.
- Benefits: Improve chewing, speech, and overall dental health.
- Longevity: Durable and can last many years with proper care.
Direct Bonding with Resins
- Procedure: Involves applying a tooth-colored resin material directly to the tooth surface.
- Purpose: Used to repair chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth, as well as to close gaps between teeth.
- Preparation: Minimal tooth preparation required, making it a conservative treatment option.
- Versatility: Can also be used for cosmetic purposes to reshape teeth or improve their appearance.
- Durability: With proper care, bonding can last several years before requiring maintenance or replacement.
Porcelain Veneers
- Definition: Thin shells of porcelain custom-made to cover the front surface of teeth.
- Purpose: Used to improve the appearance of teeth by altering their color, shape, size, or length.
- Procedure: Involves minimal tooth preparation followed by bonding the veneers to the teeth.
- Natural Appearance: Porcelain mimics the translucency and texture of natural teeth, providing a lifelike appearance.
- Longevity: With proper care, porcelain veneers can last 10-15 years before requiring replacement.