Crowns and Bridges

A dental crown is able to restore teeth with decay that cannot be patched by a filling or onlay. Crowns retain the ideal tooth anatomy by replicating the natural form. They are made of porcelain for the most life-like appearance, or they may be fused with metal if your case calls for a stronger crown. Crowns are attached to your natural root structure, so you preserve as much of your natural bite as possible. A well made crown from Tacoma area dentist, Dr. Egger will let you enjoy all of your favorite foods and will blend in with your beautiful smile.

Dr. Egger provides the restorative and cosmetic dentistry solution of crowns and bridges to:

• restore your smile
• restore daily function
• maintain the shape of your face
• distribute your bite properly
• and to prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position.

While these cosmetic enhancements are certainly appreciated, dental crowns by our qualified dentist work very hard on your weakened tooth’s behalf. In addition to great function, you'll just love the way crowns enhance your smile.

Crowns by this Tacoma area dentist benefit patients by:

• protecting a weak tooth from breaking
• restoring a broken tooth
• rebuilding a tooth that has broken down as a result of wear
• covering and supporting where little tooth structure remains due to decay
• covering misshaped or discolored teeth
• completing a dental implant

Crowns and Bridges Work Together to Close Gaps

A bridge is one option to replace missing teeth. It is fixed in the mouth to literally bridge the gap created by a missing tooth. A dental bridge is fabricated of crowns on either side of the gap with a porcelain tooth connected between these “anchor” crowns.

Crowns and bridges can replace decay or missing teeth, for a fully functional and complete smile. The benefits include restoring function in eating and speaking, protecting the bite from shifting teeth, and preventing bone loss.

While your bridge is being custom-made to your mouth’s unique specification as determined by Dr. Egger, you will wear a custom-fitted temporary dental bridge to protect your teeth, allowing you to maintain your lifestyle while your permanent dental bridge is professionally crafted.

Regardless of the reason for missing teeth, the bottom line is they can be painful and limit your ability to enjoy foods you love, to speak clearly and to have confidence in your smile. You can trust Dr. Egger and his Tacoma area dentist office team to address any concerns you have about your missing teeth with compassion, understanding and dental solutions that are right for you! 

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