Dental Crowns & Bridges
Whether you need to protect a damaged tooth or replace one that is missing, crowns and bridges offer durable, natural-looking solutions that restore your smile and your bite.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fits over a damaged or weakened tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Our crowns are crafted from high-quality porcelain or porcelain-fused-to-metal materials that look and feel like natural teeth.
When Is a Crown Needed?
- Protect a tooth weakened by a large cavity or crack
- Restore a tooth after a root canal
- Cover a severely stained or misshapen tooth
- Anchor a dental bridge
- Cap a dental implant
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge literally bridges the gap left by one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) held in place by crowns on the adjacent teeth or implants. Bridges restore your ability to chew, speak clearly, and smile with confidence.
Traditional Bridge
Anchored to crowns on the natural teeth on either side of the gap. The most common type of bridge.
Implant-Supported Bridge
Anchored to dental implants instead of natural teeth — no need to alter healthy adjacent teeth.
Cantilever Bridge
Anchored to a crown on only one side. Used when there is only one adjacent tooth available for support.
Common Questions
How long do crowns and bridges last?
With proper care, dental crowns typically last 10–15 years or longer. Bridges have a similar lifespan. Good oral hygiene, regular checkups, and avoiding habits like chewing ice or grinding your teeth will help them last.
Does getting a crown hurt?
We use local anesthesia during crown preparation, so you should feel little to no discomfort during the procedure. Some sensitivity is normal for a few days afterward as your tooth adjusts.
How many visits does a crown take?
Traditional crowns typically require two visits — one to prepare the tooth and take impressions, and a second to place the permanent crown. We will provide a temporary crown to protect your tooth between visits.
Can a bridge replace multiple missing teeth?
Yes. A bridge can replace one or several consecutive missing teeth. The number of crowns needed to anchor the bridge depends on how many teeth are being replaced and the health of the adjacent teeth.
Restore Your Smile Today
Call Italian Smiles at 602-857-9945 to schedule a consultation. We offer financing options and our in-house membership plan to help make your care affordable.