Restoring Function with a 3-Unit Bridge and Crown
At Portside Dental in Newport, VIC, this patient presented with a missing tooth and significant structural damage to another tooth in the same arch. Following a comprehensive clinical examination and discussion of the patient’s oral health status and treatment preferences, the available restorative options were explained, including dental implants, removable partial dentures, and fixed prosthodontic solutions.
Based on the condition of the surrounding teeth and the patient’s individual circumstances, a three-unit fixed dental bridge was placed to replace the missing tooth, and a custom-fabricated dental crown was used to restore and protect the structurally compromised tooth. The before-and-after images shown relate to this individual patient; outcomes vary, and a thorough clinical assessment is required to determine suitability for treatment.
Key Characteristics of Crowns and Bridges
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Structural Support: Dental crowns are designed to encapsulate and protect teeth that have sustained significant decay, fracture, or structural damage.
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Space Maintenance: A 3-unit bridge replaces a missing tooth, which helps prevent adjacent natural teeth from shifting into the empty space.
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Functional Restoration: Fixed prosthodontics are engineered to restore normal chewing and biting function to the affected area of the mouth.
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Aesthetic Integration: Custom ceramic materials are specifically shade-matched to blend seamlessly with the patient's natural surrounding dentition.
Discuss Your Restorative Dental Needs With Us
If you would like to learn more about the clinical process behind crowns and bridges and whether they are an appropriate option for your oral health, we are here to help. You can read more about our approach to patient care on our Homepage, or simply head to our Contact Page to arrange an initial consultation with our Newport dental team at Portside Dental.
