How do I get started with crowns or bridges?

Schedule a consultation with us today. Dr. Stankewitz will assess your needs, explain your options, and create a personalized treatment plan to restore your smile.

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Restore Your Smile with Durable and Natural-Looking Solutions

At Houston Dental Implants and Prosthodontics, we specialize in providing high-quality crowns and bridges to restore your smile and improve your oral health. Whether you’re dealing with a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or gaps in your smile, our expert prosthodontist, Dr. Mark L. Stankewitz, can help you regain both function and aesthetics with custom, durable, and natural-looking dental restorations.

What Are Crowns and Bridges?

Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns are commonly used for teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, or broken, or to cover a dental implant. They help preserve the tooth’s function and provide a long-lasting solution.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a prosthetic device used to replace one or more missing teeth by bridging the gap between healthy adjacent teeth. Bridges are anchored by crowns on either side of the gap, with artificial teeth (pontics) filling the space. This restoration not only improves the appearance of your smile but also helps restore your ability to chew and speak properly.

Why Choose Crowns and Bridges?

Dental crowns and bridges offer numerous benefits for patients with damaged or missing teeth:

Restore Functionality: Crowns and bridges improve your ability to chew and speak properly.
Enhance Aesthetics: Both solutions provide natural-looking results, blending seamlessly with your existing teeth.
Prevent Further Damage: Crowns protect weakened teeth from breaking, and bridges prevent neighboring teeth from shifting out of place.
Long-Lasting: With proper care, crowns and bridges can last for many years.
Durable and Strong: Made from high-quality materials like porcelain or ceramic, these restorations are designed to withstand the daily wear and tear of chewing and biting.

The Crowns and Bridges Process

At Houston Dental Implants and Prosthodontics, we use advanced techniques to ensure that your crowns and bridges fit perfectly and look natural. The process typically involves the following steps:

1. Consultation and Assessment

During your initial consultation, Dr. Stankewitz will evaluate your oral health and discuss your needs. We will take digital X-rays and impressions to plan the best approach for your restoration.

2. Tooth Preparation

If you’re getting a crown, we will prepare the damaged tooth by removing a small amount of enamel to create space for the crown. If you’re receiving a bridge, we will prepare the neighboring teeth to anchor the restoration.

3. Custom Design

We use advanced digital imaging to design a custom crown or bridge that matches your natural teeth in size, shape, and color. This ensures a seamless and aesthetic result.

4. Fabrication

Your custom crown or bridge will be fabricated in our in-house laboratory, ensuring the highest quality and precision.

5. Placement and Adjustment

Once your restoration is ready, we will place it and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a comfortable and secure fit. Your crown or bridge will be bonded to the prepared teeth for a permanent solution.

Benefits of Crowns and Bridges

Restoration of Lost Teeth: Crowns protect damaged teeth, and bridges fill the gaps caused by missing teeth, helping you regain a complete smile.
Improved Bite and Functionality: By replacing damaged or missing teeth, crowns and bridges improve your ability to chew and speak with ease.
Better Oral Health: Replacing missing teeth helps maintain proper tooth alignment and prevents surrounding teeth from shifting.
Natural Appearance: High-quality crowns and bridges are designed to blend in with your natural teeth, offering an aesthetically pleasing result.

Why Choose Dr. Mark L. Stankewitz for Your Crowns and Bridges?

Expert Prosthodontist: Dr. Stankewitz is a board-certified prosthodontist with over 40 years of experience, specializing in creating custom crowns and bridges.
State-of-the-Art Technology: We utilize the latest dental technology to ensure precise, accurate restorations that fit perfectly.
In-House Laboratory: Our in-house lab allows for quick turnaround times and ensures the highest quality restorations tailored to your needs.
Personalized Care: We take the time to understand your unique needs and goals, crafting a custom treatment plan for optimal results.

What are dental crowns and bridges?
Crowns are tooth-shaped caps placed over damaged or weakened teeth to restore their strength, shape, and appearance. Bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth, anchoring artificial teeth to the adjacent natural teeth or implants.
Who is a candidate for crowns or bridges?
Crowns are ideal for patients with cracked, worn, or decayed teeth, while bridges are suited for those with one or more missing teeth. A consultation with Dr. Mark Stankewitz will help determine if these solutions are right for you.
What materials are used for crowns and bridges?
We offer a range of high-quality materials, including porcelain, zirconia, and metal alloys. The choice of material depends on your specific needs and aesthetic preferences.
How long do crowns and bridges last?
With proper care, crowns and bridges can last 10–15 years or longer. Maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups are essential for their longevity.
What is the process for getting a crown or bridge?
The process typically involves two appointments. During the first visit, we prepare the teeth, take digital impressions, and place a temporary crown or bridge. At the second visit, the permanent restoration is placed and adjusted for a perfect fit.
Do crowns and bridges look natural?
Yes! Dr. Stankewitz and our in-house master ceramist work together to ensure your crowns and bridges blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Can crowns and bridges be used with dental implants?
Absolutely. Crowns and bridges can be attached to dental implants for a secure and long-lasting restoration, especially in cases of significant tooth loss.
Are crowns and bridges covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover a small part of the cost for crowns and bridges when they address functional issues. We can provide you more detailed information about your coverage.
Will getting a crown or bridge be painful?
The procedure is generally pain-free, as we use advanced techniques and local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Some patients may experience mild sensitivity after the procedure, which typically subsides quickly.
How do I care for my crowns and bridges?
Care for them like your natural teeth: brush twice a day, floss daily, and visit us regularly for checkups and cleanings. Avoid biting hard objects to prevent damage.
What are the benefits of crowns and bridges?
Crowns restore the strength and appearance of damaged teeth, while bridges fill gaps left by missing teeth, improving your smile, chewing ability, and preventing other teeth from shifting.
Why choose Houston Dental Implants and Prosthodontics for crowns and bridges?
As the only board-certified prosthodontist in the area, Dr. Mark Stankewitz combines over 40 years of experience with advanced techniques and in-house lab support to deliver durable, natural-looking restorations.
How do I get started with crowns or bridges?
Schedule a consultation with us today. Dr. Stankewitz will assess your needs, explain your options, and create a personalized treatment plan to restore your smile.

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