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Do you have broken or missing teeth? A dental crown or bridge may be the solution you need.

Dental Crowns and Bridges in Murray, KY

It is normal for teeth to wear down over the years, and for some of us, this may mean we need a tooth repaired or replaced at some point. That’s where a dental crown or bridge may be a helpful smile solution.

A dental crown restores a tooth that’s severely decayed, fractured, or damaged beyond the capabilities of a dental filling. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth in a row and can be ideal for patients who don’t want or can’t endure dental implant surgery.

How a Dental Crown in Murray Benefits Your Smile

Crowns are an excellent dental solution for problematic teeth. Here are some of the key advantages they offer.

Complete Coverage

A crown covers your entire tooth, providing protection, unlike a filling that restores only a small area of tooth decay.

Excellent Aesthetics

Our porcelain crowns are custom shaded and blend flawlessly with your surrounding teeth, which complements your smile.

Restored Function

With a dental crown, you’ll enjoy all the chewing function you had before your tooth was damaged.

Protects Tooth Integrity

A crown keeps your natural tooth structure intact and protects the integrity of its root.

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When Do You Need a Dental Crown?

Arnett Dental Care sign Our dentists may suggest a dental crown in these situations:

To restore a severely decayed or fractured tooth
To cover cosmetic imperfections or size discrepancies
To strengthen and restore a tooth that’s had root canal treatment
To top a dental implant for a single tooth restoration
To replace a large, worn, or broken filling

A porcelain crown anchors to your remaining healthy tooth structure and closely mimics the size, shape, and shade of your tooth. It protects the integrity of your root and restores aesthetics to your smile, your bite, and your chewing function.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge uses two dental crowns to anchor to your healthy teeth and support one or more prosthetic teeth in between, bridging the gap left by missing teeth. The bridge is made of customized ceramic porcelain that blends seamlessly with your smile, while restoring chewing function.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a dental implant and bridge?

If you're missing one or more teeth, Dr. Arnett and Dr. Pruitt can help you explore two excellent restoration options: dental implants and bridges. While both solutions effectively replace missing teeth and restore your smile, they work in different ways and offer unique benefits.

Understanding Your Options

Tooth Implants in Murray

Dental implants are titanium posts that are biocompatible. They're placed into your jawbone during a simple surgical procedure, and they act as a prosthetic tooth root. A custom crown is then attached to the implant, creating a complete tooth replacement that stands independently.

Dental Bridges in Murray

Dental bridges literally "bridge" the gap created by missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to your surrounding natural teeth, which are crowned to support the restoration.

Here are the key differences to consider:

Support structure — Implants are anchored directly into your jawbone, while bridges rely on adjacent teeth for support
Preservation of natural teeth — Implants don't affect neighboring teeth, whereas bridges require reshaping the adjacent teeth to hold the bridge in place
Bone health — Implants stimulate your jawbone and prevent bone loss, while bridges don't provide this benefit
Longevity — Implants can last a lifetime with proper care, while bridges typically last 10-15 years before replacement
Treatment time — Bridges can often be completed faster, while implants require a healing period of several months
Cost — Bridges generally have a lower upfront cost, though implants may be more cost-effective long-term

Talk with Our Team

During your consultation at our Murray dental office, we'll evaluate your specific situation and help you choose the best option for your smile and lifestyle!

Dental Crowns and Bridges Technology

Digital Impressions

Say goodbye to messy, uncomfortable traditional impressions! Arnett Dental Care uses advanced digital impression technology to capture highly accurate 3-D images of your teeth and gums without the need for goopy impression materials. Dr. Arnett and Dr. Pruitt use a small, handheld scanner to quickly and comfortably map your mouth in just minutes.

This state-of-the-art technology is faster, more precise, and far more pleasant than conventional methods, eliminating the gagging and discomfort many patients associate with traditional impressions. Digital impressions also improve the fit and quality of restorations like crowns, bridges, and veneers while reducing appointment times. The images can be instantly viewed on a screen and sent directly to our dental lab for faster turnaround.

Getting a Crown or Bridge from Arnett Dental Care

The process for completing a crown or bridge is the same and requires two appointments with our dentists.

During your first visit, we prepare your tooth for its new crown or bridge. This entails taking impressions for the dental lab, and creating a temporary restoration for you to wear while the lab handcrafts your crown or bridge. It typically takes two to three weeks for the dental lab to complete your restoration.

Your second visit takes place after your crown or bridge is completed. Our dentists place it and make any adjustments needed to ensure proper function of your bite.

Now you can enjoy food and share your restored smile with others!

If you have questions about dental crowns or bridges in Murray, KY, contact our team at (270) 753-6327 for more information.

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Dr. Arnett and his staff are always so kind. He made sure I was are not having any discomfort while having my filling done.

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