Dental Crowns and Bridges
Do you struggle with the limitations of missing, cracked, or broken teeth? At Signature Smiles of LA, our custom-crafted dental crowns and bridges are the perfect solution to restore the function and appearance of your teeth. Using superior dental materials and partnering with trusted custom labs, Dr. Sheila Mahooti ensures your restoration looks natural and is tailored to your needs.
How Do Dental Crowns Work?
A dental crown fits over a badly decayed or damaged tooth to protect and strengthen it. Its purpose is to support oral health by restoring your ability to chew comfortably and giving the tooth a second chance. Crowns are an ideal solution when a tooth is too damaged for a filling but have enough structure to be preserved.
Why You Might Need a Dental Crown
Dr. Mahooti will conduct a thorough examination and consultation to determine if a crown is the right solution for your dental needs. She might recommend a crown for several reasons, including:
- Prevent further damage to a cracked tooth
- Restore a tooth with severe decay
- Support a tooth with a large filling
- Strengthen worn or broken teeth
- Strengthen a tooth after root canal therapy
- Conceal a discolored or misshapen tooth
- Hold a dental bridge in place
- Restore a dental implant’s function and appearance
Dental Inlays and Onlays
A dental inlay or onlay is a restoration Dr. Mahooti might recommend instead of a crown to preserve more tooth structure. Like a crown, an inlay or onlay is designed to restore a tooth but not cover it entirely; instead, it sits on top of or inside the tooth to strengthen it and restore chewing function.
The Process for Getting a Crown or Bridge
The first step in getting a crown or bridge is a comprehensive examination by Dr. Mahooti. This will include digital x-rays to assess your oral health and determine the best treatment option.
- Tooth Preparation — For a crown, the damaged tooth is shaped to accommodate the crown. For a bridge, adjacent teeth are prepared to support the crowns that will hold the bridge in place.
- Digital Impressions — We'll take mess-free digital impressions of the prepared teeth to ensure a precise, comfortable fit for your restoration.
- Temporary Crown or Bridge — While your custom crown or bridge is being fabricated in a trusted dental lab, we'll place a temporary restoration on the tooth for protection.
- Final Placement: Once your custom crown or bridge is ready, we'll carefully fit it to the tooth and cement it securely in place.
The result is a beautiful, durable restoration that blends seamlessly with surrounding teeth for a natural appearance.
