A dental crown or bridge can transform a damaged, weakened, or missing tooth back into a fully functional part of your smile. At Fort Worth Family and Implant Dentistry, we use high-quality ceramic and porcelain-fused restorations crafted for both durability and natural aesthetics.
Dental Crowns
A crown (or cap) covers the entire visible surface of a tooth, restoring it to its original shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are recommended when a tooth is severely decayed, cracked, broken, worn down, or following a root canal. They are also used to anchor dental bridges and to cover dental implants.
Dental Bridges
A bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by spanning the gap and anchoring to the adjacent natural teeth (or implants). The bridge is cemented in place permanently and restores chewing function, prevents surrounding teeth from drifting, and maintains your facial shape.
Materials and Aesthetics
We use all-ceramic and porcelain-fused-to-metal options, each with different strengths appropriate for different areas of the mouth. All-ceramic crowns offer the most lifelike appearance and are ideal for front teeth. Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns provide extra strength for back teeth. During your consultation, Dr. Baker will explain which material is best suited for your situation.
Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges
- Restore function and aesthetics of damaged teeth
- Prevent further damage to compromised teeth
- Custom-shaded to match surrounding teeth
- Fixed restorations — no removal required
- Long-lasting with proper care (10–20 years)
- Protect teeth after root canal treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
How many appointments does a crown take?
Traditional crowns typically take two appointments — one to prepare the tooth and take impressions, and a second to place the final crown. A temporary crown protects the tooth in between.
Does a crown look natural?
Yes — modern all-ceramic crowns are virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. We carefully match the shade to your surrounding teeth.
How long do crowns and bridges last?
With good oral hygiene and regular checkups, crowns and bridges typically last 10–20 years or longer.