Bridge Work & Crowns in Redmond, OR
Premier Denture Clinic
in Redmond, OR offers restorative dental care that includes high-quality bridge work and custom dental crowns. These services are ideal for patients with missing, weakened, or damaged teeth who are looking to restore structure, function, and aesthetics to their smile. While our clinic is known for dentures and implant services, we also provide durable fixed prosthetics that strengthen your bite and improve oral health.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth. It’s anchored in place by neighboring healthy teeth or implants and spans the space where the teeth are missing. The bridge is made up of artificial teeth—called pontics—supported by crowns that cap the adjacent teeth on either side of the gap.
This solution helps prevent shifting of surrounding teeth, which can lead to bite problems, misalignment, and jaw discomfort. A properly placed bridge restores symmetry, chewing ability, and the natural appearance of your smile.
At Premier Denture Clinic, every bridge is crafted with precision to ensure a proper fit and natural look. We work with trusted dental labs that fabricate bridges from strong, aesthetic materials like porcelain fused to metal or zirconia.
How Crowns Reinforce Damaged Teeth
Dental crowns are used to cover and protect individual teeth that have been weakened by decay, large fillings, fractures, or root canal treatment. The crown acts as a cap, encasing the visible part of the tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance.
Crowns are also an integral part of bridge work and implant restorations. At our Redmond clinic, we design each crown to match your surrounding teeth in color, contour, and bite alignment. This attention to detail ensures that your crown not only reinforces the tooth but also blends seamlessly with your natural smile.
We offer crown options in porcelain, ceramic, and metal-based materials depending on your preferences and the specific functional demands of the tooth being restored.
Our Process for Bridges and Crowns
At Premier Denture Clinic, the process for receiving a bridge or crown begins with a thorough evaluation of your dental health. If you’re a candidate, we take digital or traditional impressions of your teeth to guide the creation of your custom restoration.
For crowns, the affected tooth is shaped to make space for the crown, and a temporary is placed while your permanent crown is being fabricated. Once ready, the final crown is bonded in place and adjusted to fit your bite.
Bridge work follows a similar preparation process, with abutment teeth being reshaped and prepped for crowns that will support the bridge. After the bridge is created, it is cemented securely in place and checked for comfort, alignment, and appearance.
Each restoration is crafted with long-term durability in mind, and we remain available for any follow-up adjustments or refinements needed after placement.
When Bridge Work or Crowns Are Recommended
Not every case of tooth loss or damage requires dentures or implants. In many situations, a bridge or crown may be the more practical and conservative option. We often recommend bridge work if you’re missing one or two adjacent teeth and still have strong natural teeth to support the prosthetic.
Crowns may be advised after a root canal, in cases of cracked teeth, or when a large filling has compromised the structure of the tooth. They are also commonly used to complete a dental implant once the post has fully healed.
During your consultation at our Redmond office, we’ll evaluate your dental condition and provide a personalized treatment plan that takes your long-term function and aesthetics into account.
Maintaining Your Restoration Over Time
Once your bridge or crown is placed, maintaining good oral hygiene is essential to its longevity. Regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental check-ups help protect both the restoration and the surrounding teeth.
Although crowns and bridges are durable, they can wear over time or become damaged if exposed to excessive force. We advise avoiding chewing on hard objects like ice or pens and wearing a night guard if you’re prone to teeth grinding.
At Premier Denture Clinic, we provide follow-up care, professional cleanings, and exams to monitor the condition of your dental work. If any issues arise, we’re here to make timely repairs or replacements so you can keep smiling confidently.
