A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size.  

A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.
Although there are several types of crowns such as Gold, Porcelain fused to Metal and Full Ceramic Crowns which are the most popular,

because they resemble your natural teeth.  

They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. 

Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and colour or your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.

A crown procedure usually requires two appointments. 

Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate moulds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom crown.

A mould will also be used to create a temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown is

fabricated by an Australian based dental laboratory.
While the tooth is numb, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing any decay and shaping the surface to properly fit the crown. 

Then your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting properly.
At your second appointment your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate. You will be given care instructions and encouraged to have regular dental visits to check your new crown.

• Broken or fractured teeth.

• Cosmetic enhancement

• Decayed teeth

• Fractured fillings.

• Large fillings

• Tooth treated for root canal.

A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance and is an option for replacing missing teeth.
There are several types of bridges.  You and your dentist will discuss the best options for your particular case.  The traditional bridge is the most popular type and is usually made of porcelain fused to metal.  Porcelain fixed bridges are most popular because they resemble your natural teeth. 

This type of bridge consists to two crowns that go over two anchoring teeth (abutment teeth) and are attached to pontics (artificial teeth), filling the gap created by one or more missing teeth. Dental bridges are highly durable and will last many years, however they may need replacement or need to be re-cemented due to normal wear.

• Fill space of missing teeth

• Maintain facial shape.

• Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position

• Restore chewing and speaking ability

• Restore your smile

• Upgrade from a removable partial denture to a permanent dental appliance