Crowns & Bridges
If your teeth are broken, decayed, or missing, you can’t chew comfortably and may even feel self-conscious about your appearance. At Cedar Lake Dental, we prioritize your smile’s health, beauty, and functionality and offer transformative dental crowns and bridges.
How Dental Crowns Work
A crown is a custom-made, tooth-shaped cap that covers the visible part of a tooth. Dr. Maureen Copeland is a Round Lake, IL, dentist committed to providing a high standard of care and exceptional results.
She uses only the highest quality, longest-lasting materials for crowns and bridges that blend beautifully with your smile. There are several situations where Dr. Maureen Copeland might recommend a crown, including:
- Protect a weak tooth that's at risk of breaking.
- Support a tooth with a large filling
- Restore a severely worn or broken tooth
- Hold a dental bridge in place
- Conceal a misshapen or discolored tooth
- Restore a dental implant's function and aesthetics
- Improve the shape, size, or color of a tooth
- Support a tooth after root canal treatment
- Protect a decayed baby tooth
The Process for Getting a Dental Crown
Dr. Copeland evaluates your oral health by performing an exam and taking x-rays to understand your needs. If a crown is appropriate, she numbs the treatment area to ensure a comfortable, pain-free experience. Next, she reshapes the tooth to accommodate the crown, takes mess-free digital impressions, and places a temporary crown on the tooth for protection.
We recognize your time is valuable and are pleased to offer an expedited three-day service for dental crowns. Instead of the typical two-week wait, now you can have your final crown custom-fabricated and placed on your tooth in just a few days. When your crown is ready, Dr. Copeland will check it for fit and a comfortable bite, then cement it securely on your tooth.
With a dental crown, you can smile confidently again and enjoy your favorite foods without hesitation. A crown can last 10–15 years or longer when cared for properly.
A Dental Bridge Replaces Missing Teeth
Dental bridges are an ingenious solution to fill in gaps left by one or two missing teeth. This restoration acts as a 'bridge' between two dental crowns to restore your smile's function and appearance.
Like dental crowns, getting a bridge involves an initial consultation, tooth preparation, impressions, and final placement. Our expedited three-day service also applies to dental bridges, minimizing the waiting period so you can see your new smile sooner.
Need a Solution for Broken or Missing Teeth?
When you choose Dr. Copeland, you're choosing a dedicated, experienced dental provider. Her extensive experience ensures that your crown or bridge will be designed and custom-fitted to the highest standards.
Whether you're dealing with a damaged tooth that needs a crown or a gap in your smile that could benefit from a bridge, Dr. Copeland and our team are ready to help. We offer high-quality dental care to restore your smile's function and beauty.
Please call our Round Lake, IL, dental office today to schedule a consultation.
