Crowns, Bridges, and Veneers

Crowns, Bridges, and Veneers

 

If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, Dr. Fineberg can help you choose the best solution. Crowns and bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that function and look like natural, healthy teeth. Veneers are a less invasive alternative, but may only be a solution for those with slight tooth damage or discoloration. These thin porcelain or resin shells come in customizable colors and are bonded to the surface of your teeth.

Crowns

A crown, otherwise known as a cap, is custom-fitted to your bite and is placed over your natural tooth or dental implant. The tooth may be damaged or decayed on the surface.

Procedure:

  1. We will reduce the problematic tooth for a proper crown fit.

  2. An impression will be taken of your bite for crown fabrication.

  3. The color of porcelain prosthetics can then be customized.

  4. We will fit you with a temporary crown until the lab makes your permanent one.

  5. You will come in again for permanent crown fitting

Bridges

Bridges can be used to replace a tooth that needs to be extracted or a tooth that has been missing a long time.  Bridges can be a great option to get you back to full function and aesthetics.

Types of Bridges:

  • Traditional — Caps are bonded over teeth that lie on either side of the missing one

  • Cantilever — Cap is bonded over a single tooth next to the missing one

  • Resin-bonded — Porcelain or plastic teeth with gums that are supported by metal “wings”

Veneers

If you’re looking to cosmetically correct or enhance the appearance of one or more teeth, we suggest veneers. They are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that you can customize in color and shape. They are non-invasive and are resistant to future stains.

Common uses for veneers:

  • Chipped or broken teeth

  • Misshapen or irregular teeth

  • Teeth that do not respond to traditional whitening treatments