Dental crowns enhance the health, function, and appearance of your smile. If you have weak, damaged, or broken teeth, a dental crown is used to repair the tooth and restore optimal function. In turn, a dental bridge closes the gap left behind by one or more missing teeth. Typically a dental bridge is supported by adjacent teeth and instead of "crowning" the tooth, it "bridges" the tooth to another tooth.
A porcelain crown ranges from $0 to $1,678 depending on insurance, and an implant crown ranges from $0 to $2001 depending on insurance. Please reach out to our office for the cost of dental bridges.
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Dental crowns and bridges both require several appointments to ensure they are fitted and formed correctly. We partner with a lab to form the crown or bridge once impressions are secure.
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The pain level with dental crowns is minimal, mostly due to the small amount of pressure with securing the crown over the tooth. Dental bridge procedures can involve sedation during the procedure, and soreness post-procedure may be expected.
Sedation DentistryA dental crown aims to protect and reinforce a badly damaged tooth and can be used to address multiple types of general, restorative, and cosmetic dental concerns. For instance, a crown can be used to:
Dental bridges are used to replace one or several consecutive teeth, restoring full function and beauty to your smile. A dental bridge closes the gap left behind by one or more missing teeth. Typically, a dental bridge is supported by adjacent teeth, but for a more stable solution, patients can also have an implant-supported bridge. A dental bridge secured by dental implants can provide several long-term benefits, including:
For chipped teeth and as an alternative to dental crowns in some cases, we also offer Bioclear—a modern, minimally invasive dental technique that uses clear matrices and composite materials to close gaps, correct tooth shape, and improve aesthetics. It provides long-lasting, natural-looking results without removing healthy tooth structure.
We will evaluate the condition of your teeth, gums, and jaw to determine if you are an ideal candidate for a dental crown, dental bridge, an implant-secured dental bridge, or Bioclear. Our team aims to provide patient-centered, high-quality dental care to those seeking tooth replacement. We believe the best outcomes are the result of dentist-patient communication and collaboration. If you are searching for high-quality dental bridges in Herndon, VA, visit our dental office for a consultation.
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Dental crowns require at least two visits to our Herndon, VA dentist office. During your first visit, we will prepare the tooth and take impressions. The impressions are sent to a dental lab to fabricate your custom dental crown.
We will place a temporary crown while you wait for your dental crown to protect your tooth and restore normal chewing function.
At your next visit, the temporary crown will be removed, and your permanent crown will be permanently bonded to your teeth. If necessary, we will make any adjustments to your tooth to ensure a comfortable bite and a beautiful, natural-looking result.
Dental bridges require two to three visits to our Herndon office, depending on whether it is to be secured using your adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. If your dental bridge is secured using the adjacent teeth, we will recommend placing a dental crown for strength.
If dental implants are used to support your dental bridge, we will work with a local oral surgeon for the surgical phase of your implant process.
Once the implants are placed, they are allowed three to six months to heal and fully fuse with the jawbone. During the healing phase, we will place a temporary bridge for added comfort and function.
After the implants have healed, we will take impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental lab to fabricate your dental bridge.
During your final appointment, we will carefully secure your dental bridge to your implants or your adjacent teeth.
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With all dental crown and dental bridge procedures, you should maintain a proper oral hygiene routine and schedule regular visits to our dentist office to ensure your smile stays in optimal condition.
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Patients may need a dental crown for a variety of reasons. Crowns can address multiple types of general, restorative, and cosmetic dental concerns.
A crown aims to protect and reinforce a badly damaged tooth. For instance, a crown can be used to:
Traditionally, crowns were made of gold or metal, but today’s crowns are typically made of dental porcelain. Dental porcelain comes in a wide range of shades and resembles the tooth enamel, making it the ideal material to restore your smile. With porcelain crowns, only you and your dentist will know it’s a crown.
Unlike a dental crown that helps restore strength to a compromised tooth, a dental bridge provides reinforcement where a tooth is missing or has a gap between teeth.
Missing teeth affect your appearance, but they can also affect the way you bite, chew, speak, and the health of your remaining teeth. Dental bridges can replace one or several consecutive teeth, restoring full function.
In some cases, we may recommend Bioclear for closing gaps, repairing chipped teeth, and improving tooth shape. Bioclear provides natural aesthetics, preserves tooth structure, and delivers long-lasting, beautiful results.
Fillings are used to restore teeth damaged by cavities, while sealants act as a protective shield over molars to stop decay before it starts. Both are non-invasive, quick procedures that help maintain long-term oral health.
Dental Fillings and Sealants
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. This is usually recommended when a tooth is damaged beyond repair due to decay, infection, trauma or crowding.
Tooth Extractions
500 Grove St Suite 303
Herndon, VA 20170
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
