1. Can implants be used to anchor single crowns and bridges?

Yes, implants can be used to anchor single crowns as well as bridges. If you are missing a single tooth, one implant and a single crown can replace it. If you are missing several teeth, implant-suppported bridges can replace them. Dental implants will replace both your lost natural teeth and some of the roots.


2. What role does the dental technician play?

Since each dental patient's needs are different, the duties of a dental laboratory technician are comprehensive and varied. Although dental technicians seldom work directly with patients, except under the direction of a licensed dentist, they are valuable members of the dental care team. They work directly with dentists by following detailed written instructions and using impressions (molds) of the patient's teeth or oral soft tissues to create crowns and bridges, which are caps for teeth that are designed to restore their original size and shape.


3. Will the Dental Bridge Change How I Speak?

Speaking is normal. Your speech patterns may change as your mouth and tongue adjust to the new dental fixture, but this will pass.


4. What is the tooth crowning procedure?

For teeth that are badly damaged, dental crowns can be an effective treatment option. The dental crown procedure utilizes tooth-shaped coverings made of metal, ceramic, or porcelain to restore strength and eliminate discomfort. In addition, dental crowns may be used to anchor a dental bridge or to cap a dental implant post.Typically, the dental crown procedure is completed in two stages. During the first stage, the dentist removes portions of your natural tooth's structure to accommodate the dental crown. Surrounding teeth may also be prepared in this way. An impression is made and sent to the lab, where your dental crown is created in about two weeks. A temporary crown will be in place between visits to ensure the most natural look and feel. When you return to the dentist's office, the temporary crown is removed and your new, custom dental crown is securely bonded in place.


5. Is the crowning procedure painful?

After the treatment, there can be some soreness in the tooth. The pain should be relievable by taking normal painkillers. If the pains persist, the tooth may be inflamed and you will have to contact your dentist.


6. Can I take my bridge out and clean it?

No, you can't take a bridge out, since it is permanently cemented to your teeth. Brushing twice a day and flossing daily helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease that can lead to tooth loss. Your dentist or dental hygienist can demonstrate how to properly brush and floss your teeth. Keeping a regular cleaning schedule will help diagnose problems at an early stage when treatment has a better prognosis.