Your smile deserves the best possible care when teeth become damaged, weakened, or go missing entirely. Crowns and bridges represent proven solutions that restore both the function and beauty of your teeth, allowing you to eat comfortably and smile with renewed confidence. At Bel-Red Dental, Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi specializes in creating custom dental crowns and dental bridges that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth while providing the strength and durability you need for years of reliable service.
How Dental Crowns & Bridges Help Your Dental Health
Crowns and bridges offer remarkable benefits that go far beyond simply restoring your teeth’s appearance. These treatments strengthen weakened teeth, prevent further damage, and restore your ability to eat your favorite foods without discomfort or embarrassment. You’ll regain confidence in your smile while enjoying improved oral health and function.
The natural-looking results mean others won’t notice you’ve had dental work done, allowing you to speak and smile freely. Additionally, crowns and bridges help maintain proper bite alignment and prevent adjacent teeth from shifting, protecting your overall oral health for years to come.
Our Services
We offer comprehensive crown and bridge treatments designed to meet your specific dental restoration needs and preferences.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns provide complete coverage for damaged or weakened teeth, restoring their strength and appearance. We use advanced materials, including all-porcelain, zirconia, and porcelain-fused-to-metal options, to match your natural teeth perfectly. Our custom-fitted crowns protect your tooth structure while allowing you to bite and chew with confidence.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges effectively replace missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to adjacent healthy teeth or dental implants. We offer traditional bridges, cantilever bridges for specific situations, and Maryland bonded bridges that use minimal tooth preparation. Each bridge is carefully crafted to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth while restoring full chewing function.
Our Treatment Process
Detailed Assessment for Crown and Bridge Candidacy
During your first visit, Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi examines your teeth to determine if you need crowns for damage restoration, large filling replacement, or post-root canal strengthening. We evaluate missing teeth for bridge options, considering whether traditional bridges with abutment teeth or implant-supported bridges work best for your situation. This thorough assessment helps us recommend the right materials,l ike porcelain, zirconia, or porcelain-fused-to-metal, based on your specific needs.
Custom Material Selection and Treatment Planning
We discuss the best crown materials for your situation, whether cast gold for durability, all-porcelain for aesthetics, or zirconia for strength. For bridges, we determine if you need a traditional bridge with crowns on abutment teeth, a cantilever bridge for single-sided support, or a Maryland bonded bridge with minimal tooth preparation. Your personalized plan includes timeline expectations and detailed explanations of how your crowns will extend to the gumline for natural function.
Precise Tooth Preparation and Impression Taking
Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi carefully prepares your teeth while preserving healthy tooth structure, then takes detailed impressions for your custom crowns or bridges. For bridges, we prepare the abutment teeth that will support your pontic (artificial tooth) and ensure proper spacing for the replacement tooth. Temporary restorations protect your prepared teeth while our dental laboratory crafts your permanent crowns or bridges to fit perfectly and function like natural teeth.
Restoration Placement and Functional Testing
Once your custom restorations arrive from the laboratory, we remove your temporary crowns or bridges and carefully place your permanent ones. We ensure your new crowns seal properly at the gumline and that bridge pontics fit seamlessly between abutment teeth. Detailed bite adjustments guarantee your restorations feel comfortable and function naturally when you eat and speak.
Long-Term Care Instructions and Maintenance Schedule
Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi provides specific care instructions for your new crowns and bridges, emphasizing that they require the same daily brushing and flossing as natural teeth. You’ll learn proper techniques for cleaning around bridge pontics and crown margins to prevent complications. We schedule regular checkups to monitor your restorations and ensure they continue functioning properly for their expected 10-15 year lifespan.
Why Choose Us for Dental Crowns & Bridges
Our commitment to excellence in restorative dentistry sets us apart in providing superior crown and bridge treatments. We use the latest technology and highest-quality materials to ensure your restorations look natural and last for years to come. Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi takes the time to understand your unique needs and creates customized solutions that exceed your expectations.
We pride ourselves on making the entire process comfortable and stress-free, from your initial consultation through your final follow-up appointment. At Bel-Red Dental, we believe that quality dental care should be accessible and affordable, which is why we work with you to find payment options that fit your budget.
Experience the Freedom of a Fully Functional Smile!
Whether you’re dealing with a cracked tooth that needs the protection of a custom crown or facing the challenge of missing teeth that require a perfectly fitted bridge, you don’t have to live with dental limitations any longer. Dr. Su-Young Jane Choi at Bel-Red Dental specializes in creating durable crowns that extend seamlessly to your gumline and bridges with pontics that feel just like your natural teeth.
We’ll help you choose the ideal materials – from strong zirconia crowns for back teeth to beautiful all-porcelain options for your smile line – ensuring your restorations blend flawlessly with your existing teeth. Call us today at 425-883-3656 to schedule your comprehensive evaluation and discover how our personalized crown and bridge treatments can restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile without hesitation.
FAQs
What is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers an existing tooth or dental implant, extending down to your gumline. It protects and strengthens damaged teeth while restoring their natural appearance and function. Crowns can be made from various materials, including porcelain, zirconia, or porcelain-fused-to-metal to match your natural teeth.
How are new dental crowns made?
New dental crowns are created using precise impressions or digital scans of your prepared tooth to ensure a perfect fit. The impressions are sent to a dental laboratory where skilled technicians craft your custom crown using high-quality materials. The process typically takes one to two weeks, during which you’ll wear a temporary crown to protect your tooth.
How long do dental crowns last?
Dental crowns typically last between 10 to 15 years with proper care and maintenance. The lifespan depends on factors such as the material used, your oral hygiene habits, and whether you grind your teeth. Regular dental checkups and good oral hygiene practices can help extend the life of your crowns significantly.
What is a dental bridge?
A dental bridge is a prosthetic device that replaces one or more missing teeth by connecting crowns to adjacent teeth. The artificial tooth, called a pontic, fills the gap between your natural teeth and is supported by crowns on either side. Bridges restore your ability to chew properly and maintain the shape of your face.
How long does a dental bridge last?
A well-maintained dental bridge can last 10 to 15 years or longer with proper care. The longevity depends on the health of the supporting teeth, your oral hygiene routine, and regular dental maintenance. Daily brushing and flossing, along with routine dental visits, are essential for maximizing your bridge’s lifespan.
Is a dental bridge permanent?
A dental bridge is considered a permanent restoration, but it may eventually need replacement due to normal wear or changes in your oral health. While the bridge itself cannot be removed like a denture, it can be replaced if necessary after many years of use. Proper care and maintenance help ensure your bridge remains stable and functional for as long as possible.
