Crowns & Bridges
Custom porcelain restorations that rebuild damaged or missing teeth with lasting strength and a natural, seamless finish.
Dental crowns and bridges are time-tested restorations that repair damaged teeth and replace missing teeth with durable, natural-looking prosthetics. A crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers a damaged tooth to restore its strength, function, and appearance. A bridge spans the gap where one or more teeth are missing, anchoring to adjacent teeth for a seamless replacement.
Dr. Mercado specializes in crafting crowns and bridges, particularly those involving front teeth where esthetics are critical. He uses premium porcelain materials that closely match natural tooth color and translucency, creating restorations that are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth. Whether you need a single crown or a multi-tooth bridge, our expert craftsmanship ensures beautiful, functional results that last for years.
Crowns and bridges allow you to maintain a strong, healthy smile despite damage or tooth loss, protecting your remaining teeth and preserving your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
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When Crowns Are Needed
Dental crowns are recommended for teeth that are broken, severely worn, heavily filled, discolored, or misshapen. A crown protects the tooth from further damage and restores its strength and appearance. Crowns are also placed over implants to create a replacement tooth, or after root canal therapy to seal and protect the tooth.
Dr. Mercado crafts crowns from premium porcelain that is shade-matched to your natural teeth and reflects light like natural enamel. The result is a restoration that looks completely natural while providing strength and durability that allows you to bite, chew, and function normally. With proper care, quality crowns last 10-15 years or longer.
The crown placement process involves preparing your tooth, taking precise impressions, and fabricating a custom restoration in our laboratory. You'll wear a temporary crown while your permanent crown is created, then return for a final appointment where Dr. Mercado bonds your new crown into place.
Dental Bridges Replace Missing Teeth
A dental bridge is a prosthetic tooth (or multiple teeth) anchored by crowns placed on the teeth adjacent to the gap. The prosthetic teeth are fused to these anchor crowns, creating a bridge that spans across the missing tooth space. Unlike removable dentures, bridges are fixed in place and function like natural teeth.
Bridges offer several advantages. They're strong enough to bite and chew normally, they don't require removal for cleaning like dentures do, and they're more affordable than dental implants. The prosthetic teeth in the bridge are shade-matched to your natural teeth, creating a seamless appearance. Bridges typically last 10-15 years with proper care.
The bridge fabrication process is similar to crowns. Dr. Mercado prepares the anchor teeth, takes precise impressions, and our laboratory creates a custom bridge matched to your natural teeth. You'll wear a temporary bridge during fabrication, then return for placement of your permanent restoration. With daily brushing, flossing, and regular professional cleanings, your bridge will serve you well for many years.
Restore Your Smile with Crowns or Bridges
Schedule a consultation to discuss restoration options for your damaged or missing teeth.