Dental Crowns Lincoln

Do you have a missing or fractured tooth? Do you struggle to comfortably eat, speak, or socialize because of your smile? Dental crowns and bridges are common treatments that restore broken, damaged, or missing teeth. At Antelope Creek Family Dentistry in Lincoln, NE, we offer custom-made zirconia crowns and dental bridges. 

What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers a decayed, weak, damaged, misshapen, or discolored tooth. It restores comfortable chewing function and protects your natural tooth from further damage, decay, or infection, while also guarding the integrity of your root. 

A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth in a row to complete your smile and restore function. As the name implies, a dental bridge literally "bridges" the gap in your smile. Two dental crowns accompany a dental bridge and act as anchors on healthy abutment teeth.

At Antelope Creek Family Dentistry, we offer two types of dental bridges: traditional fixed bridges and implant-supported bridges. A traditional bridge uses crowns as anchors, while an implant-supported bridge uses dental implants. 

Dental crowns are versatile, and our dentists in Lincoln, NE, use them to correct numerous oral health and aesthetic concerns, including:

• Severe tooth decay
• A cracked tooth
• Teeth weakened by root canal therapy
• Broken or fractured teeth 
• Cracked or broken dental fillings
• Large silver amalgam fillings 
• Misshapen teeth 
• Severely discolored or stained teeth
• Teeth with size or shape discrepancies

A dental bridge fills in the space left behind by missing adjacent teeth. Usually made of a single unit, a dental bridge is held in place by crowns attached to the remaining teeth on each side of the gap. A dental bridge can improve your appearance, restore chewing function, and prevent surrounding teeth from shifting into the space left behind by the missing teeth. 

At Antelope Creek Family Dentistry, we can usually place a dental crown or traditional bridge in two or three appointments.

First, we prepare the natural tooth to receive the crown and take an impression of your smile. The impression is a precise mapping of your oral cavity and teeth, so we can ensure your restoration fits perfectly.

Next, we send your impressions to our dental lab partners, where skilled technicians create your custom restoration. Creating your custom crown or bridge can take about two weeks. In the meantime, we fit you with a temporary restoration until the lab's handiwork is complete. 

When we receive the final restoration from the lab, we schedule a return appointment to evaluate the final crown or bridge for your comfort. During this visit, we make any adjustments to guarantee you'll love your new restoration.

Finally, we cement your final restoration in place, and you're ready to enjoy your new and improved smile. 

Your dentist will also give you instructions for dental crown or bridge care. Though you can practice regular oral hygiene habits, taking special care is essential to prevent damage or possible replacement of your crown or bridge. Excellent oral hygiene and routine dental checkups will ensure your restoration lasts many years.

Implant-Supported Bridges in Lincoln, NE

An implant-supported bridge requires more time to complete. The tooth implants need a few months to heal and integrate with your bone through a process called osseointegration. This healing time allows the implants to become part of your dental anatomy, much like a tooth root, so they provide more stability, strength, and longevity to your restoration. 

Our dentists work with a trusted specialist for implant placement but will be here to guide you through the process every step of the way. 

Beyond stabilizing your restoration, dental implants also stimulate your jawbone, keeping it healthy and protecting it from the deterioration that often accompanies tooth loss. 

Everyone wants a beautiful, healthy smile, and our team of restorative dentistry experts can help you reach this goal with our high-quality dental crowns and bridges. Dental bridges and tooth crowns in Lincoln, NE, are custom-made to fit precisely, complement your smile, and look natural.

We use zirconia crowns because they resemble natural enamel and are durable. We also use state-of-the-art technology and techniques to enhance patient comfort, accelerate treatment, and ensure optimal outcomes. 

Do you need to replace missing teeth? Are you ready to restore your smile? Your team at Antelope Creek Family Dentistry is here to help!

Please get in touch with one of our dental offices to schedule a consultation with one of our Lincoln dentists: Dr. Lou Hedlund, Dr. Joshua Svoboda, and Dr. Robert Kirkland. Our dental offices are on Normal Blvd., and 40th St. in Lincoln, NE.