Living with a missing tooth or a broken tooth presents many daily challenges. Eating and chewing may be difficult and you might find yourself hiding your smile if you’re embarrassed about damaged teeth or lost teeth.
Here at Bagley Family Dental, we offer simple solutions you can trust to restore your teeth and have you smiling your best smile again.
A dental crown is an excellent solution for a decayed, fractured, or broken tooth that cannot be repaired with a filling. A crown is a dental restoration that fits over your remaining tooth to replace its entire structure and protect your natural root and remaining tooth structure.
Dr. Bagley may recommend a tooth crown in these situations:
Most crowns are made of ceramic porcelain for aesthetic purposes. In some circumstances, porcelain fused to metal crowns are used for teeth that take the brunt of your chewing force. Gold may also be used for molars as it provides excellent strength and durability for chewing. We discuss these options with you to decide what dental crowns are best for your individual situation.
They say, "a picture is worth a thousand words." This is also true for your dental health! When you can see the decay that Dr. Bagley sees in your tooth, it's easy to understand why you need a dental filling or crown.
Our pen-sized camera fits easily inside your mouth and allows us to take full-color pictures of your teeth and soft tissues. This, in turn, empowers you to make educated decisions about the treatment procedures that are best for your needs.
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth. Using tooth crowns as anchors to healthy teeth, a bridge fills in the open space with artificial teeth in between. Dental bridges remain in your mouth and they are not removable like dentures or other options.
Bridges are also made of porcelain that is customized to match your smile for the best aesthetics.
Tooth implants can also be used to anchor a dental bridge to provide more support and security for your bone.
Dr. Bagley is a person who always has a smile on his face. His family lovingly refers to him as a “chucklehead.” He loves to laugh with his patients, and you’ll find that his personality creates a fun and upbeat atmosphere that eliminates stress and puts patients at ease.
Growing up, he was always outdoors and playing sports with friends. He still loves sports and outdoor activities. He is a huge “homer” as he is a fan of the local Colorado professional and college teams. You’ll frequently see him at local ...
The processes of completing a dental crown or dental bridge are very similar. Both require two appointments with your Greeley dentist.
During your first visit, Dr. Bagley prepares your tooth for its new restoration and takes impressions for our dental lab to make your permanent dental crown or permanent dental bridge. He will also create a temporary crown or bridge for you to wear in the interim.
It typically takes the dental lab two to three weeks to finish your tooth crown or dental bridge. When it’s ready, you’ll return to our dental office to have it permanently placed. At this appointment, we’ll make any adjustments necessary to ensure that your bite is comfortable and functioning correctly.
Our Greeley dentist, Dr. Bagley, performs all aspects of the procedure himself to ensure that his high standard for quality is met with every patient. He also uses only the best local dental labs to ensure that you will receive a durable and beautiful restoration you can be proud of.
Repairing a damaged tooth or replacing a missing tooth is important. Living with missing teeth or teeth that are not able to function properly can affect not only your dental health but also your overall health and well-being.
Contact Bagley Family Dental today at (970) 353-5664 for more information on how tooth crowns or dental bridges can restore your smile.
Is your tooth cracked, severely decayed, or weakened from a large filling? Dental crowns might be the hero to save your smile! These versatile restorations don’t just improve aesthetics; more importantly, they can save a tooth that might otherwise be lost.
Think of a crown as a protective porcelain cap that completely covers the visible portion of your damaged tooth. Dental crowns are custom-made to match your natural teeth, restore function, and protect the vulnerable tooth underneath.
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