Crown and Bridges

What is a bridge and a crown?

A crown or cap is a dental restoration that covers the exposed surface of a tooth to strengthen it or improve its appearance. A bridge is a dental restoration to replace one or more missing teeth. It includes an artificial tooth or teeth which are fused to crowns on either side to provide support.

What is crown and bridge procedures in dentistry?

A crown and bridge is the procedure that a dentist uses to replace one of multiple missing teeth. Both of them are a permanent procedure. A crown covers a single tooth implant, while a bridge is typically for multiple teeth. The bridge is anchored to the abutment, which is the natural adjacent tooth or teeth.