Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and Bridges services offered in Waco, TX

If you have damaged or missing teeth, you can rely on the high-quality dental care Parks Family Dentistry provides. Jane Parks, DDS, specializes in dental crowns to strengthen weak or decayed teeth and cover chips, stains, and other tooth flaws. Dr. Parks also offers dental bridges to replace missing teeth and restore your smile. She ensures your crown or bridge fits well and repairs them as needed to protect your oral health. Call the Waco, Texas, office to find out if you’re a candidate for crowns or bridge, or book a consultation online.

What are crowns and bridges?

Crowns and bridges are dental devices that address common dental issues like tooth decay and missing teeth.

Crown

A dental crown is a cap that fits over your natural tooth to improve its stability and cosmetic appearance. Crowns can also cover a dental implant – an artificial tooth attached to a post anchored into the jawbone.

Bridge

A dental bridge, which replaces one or more missing teeth, consists of two crowns and an artificial tooth. The tooth sits in the missing tooth space, and the crowns fit over the tooth on each side of the artificial tooth to hold the bridge in place.

Parks Family Dentistry offers crowns and bridges for adults and children. Dr. Parks takes a patient-focused approach to ensure your bridge or crown fits comfortably.

When would I need crowns and bridges?

You may need a crown if you have a damaged or decayed tooth that requires a large filling. The crown looks like your natural tooth and covers the filling to improve the look of your smile.

A crown stabilizes your damaged tooth and covers chipped, broken, or discolored teeth.

Dental bridges are an affordable option for replacing missing teeth. They restore your smile and improve your ability to speak and chew food.

What should I expect when getting crowns or bridges?

Parks Family Dentistry offers flexible scheduling for crowns and bridges because both treatments typically require two appointments.

During the first visit for a crown, Dr. Parks prepares your tooth by removing a portion of enamel from its surface. She also takes molds of your teeth that a medical lab uses to create your custom crown. When the crown is ready, Dr. Parks uses dental cement to bond it over your natural tooth.

Bridges require similar procedures to prepare your teeth for the crowns and create molds to build your custom bridge. Dr. Parks places a temporary bridge until your permanent one is ready. She uses durable dental cement to hold your bridge in place.

Dr. Parks continues to monitor the condition of your crown or bridge during routine dental exams.

Call Parks Family Dentistry today to learn more about crowns and bridges, or book an appointment online.