Both our Dearborn Dentist & Brownstown Dental Clinic provide dental crowns and bridge consultations for patients. These procedures are extremely effective for restoring a tooth that has become infected, damaged, or has fallen out. We can complete these procedures in a way that looks natural while resolving oral health issues. This way, a patient can regain the functionality of their tooth without giving the appearance of any dental work.

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What are dental crowns?

A dental crown is a cap that surrounds the tooth. We typically use a crown to restore a damaged tooth, but they can also use it to improve the appearance of a smile. A crown can consist of three different materials, all-metal, ceramic-on-metal and all-ceramic. The location of the crown in the teeth will determine the best material to use. For example, front teeth need to have an all-ceramic crown, if possible, since it looks the most natural. Patients may often use ceramic-on-metal crowns since they look natural but have the durability that only metal can provide.

What are dental bridges?

A dental bridge is a way to replace a missing tooth. At All Brite Dental, we provide clients with dental bridges if they want to replace a tooth without wearing dentures or undergoing surgery. The new tooth is held in place by two crowns. It looks natural and consists of a ceramic or porcelain material to match the surrounding teeth. As a cosmetic dentist, Zia Rafiq will make sure that the new tooth looks and feels amazing.

Before the Procedure

If you are getting dental crowns or a dental bridge for cosmetic reasons, we recommend that you whiten your teeth first. At All Brite Dental, we offer teeth whitening procedures that can improve the appearance of your smile quickly and easily. It is important to have this procedure done first because the material that crowns and bridges are made out of are both stain and bleach resistant. That means that if it is created to match yellow teeth, it will remain yellow even if you have your teeth whitened at a later date.

When you have the procedure done first, your new crown or bridge will be made to match your new brilliantly white teeth. When preparing for the procedure, we recommend that patients take a day off of work. If possible, you may want to take a couple of days off. It is normal for teeth to be somewhat sensitive, and it is easier if you don’t have to worry about meeting clients and keeping up with your busy schedule.

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The Process

Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges

When getting dental crowns and dental bridges installed, it is advisable that you work with a cosmetic dentist that knows how to complete the procedure in a way that looks natural. At All Brite Dental, we can do so while also working to keep our patients as comfortable as possible by using sedation dentistry. The process for both procedures is fairly similar. Before getting started, an impression is taken of the teeth so that the new crown or bridge can be created in a dental lab.
When placing a dental crown around a tooth, All Brite Dental starts by preparing the tooth. We will need to remove a portion of the enamel so that there is room for the new crown to surround the tooth without pushing other teeth out of place. Once complete, we will clean the tooth and secure a temporary crown to it using removable glue. Patients typically wear a temporary crown for around two weeks while waiting for a permanent one to be created in the lab. During this time, it is important to be careful with what you eat and how you brush your teeth since the temporary is designed to come off.

When the dental restoratives are complete, patients return to our office, so that we can remove the temporaries and bond the permanent ones to the tooth. For a dental crown, we will secure the cap around the tooth and complete it through dental bonding. With a bridge, a crown is placed on the two teeth that are surrounding the missing one. On top of the crown is a piece that looks like natural gums that will hold the new tooth in place. These two crowns serve as anchors for this synthetic “bridge” and makes a new tooth as durable as it can be. Patients depend on this procedure as a way to replace missing teeth in a way that looks natural and restores the functionality of the missing tooth.

After the Procedure

When getting dental Restoratives, your teeth will be somewhat sensitive after they have been prepared. This is why you need to wear a temporary crown while waiting for a permanent one to be created. We use sedation dentistry to ensure that you will not experience any discomfort during the procedure and after the fact you simply need to take some oral pain medication for a couple of days until you feel better.

The benefit of wearing a crown is that it surrounds and protects the tooth. This means that regardless of how damaged the tooth was, you can eat your favorite foods without fear of discomfort. A crown can restore the functionality of your mouth by making it easy to eat, drink and speak like normal. This is ideal for people that are suffering from severely sensitive teeth, have a cracked or chipped tooth or have undergone a root canal. Similarly, a bridge makes it possible to eat and speak like normal without worrying about your new tooth becoming loose or falling out. They are both ideal for people that have active lifestyles and don’t want to be constrained by their teeth.

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FAQs – Dental Crowns and Bridges

A dental crown is a cap that surrounds the tooth. We typically use a crown to restore a damaged tooth, but they can also use it to improve the appearance of a smile. A crown can consist of three different materials, all-metal, ceramic-on-metal and all-ceramic. The location of the crown in the teeth will determine the best material to use. For example, front teeth need to have an all-ceramic crown, if possible, since it looks the most natural. Patients may often use ceramic-on-metal crowns since they look natural but have the durability that only metal can provide.

A dental bridge is a way to replace a missing tooth. At All Brite Dental, we provide clients with dental bridges if they want to replace a tooth without wearing dentures or undergoing surgery. The new tooth is held in place by two crowns. It looks natural and consists of a ceramic or porcelain material to match the surrounding teeth. As a cosmetic dentist, Zia Rafiq will make sure that the new tooth looks and feels amazing.

When getting dental crowns and dental bridges installed, it is advisable that you work with a cosmetic dentist that knows how to complete the procedure in a way that looks natural. At All Brite Dental, we can do so while also working to keep our patients as comfortable as possible by using sedation dentistry. The process for both procedures is fairly similar. Before getting started, an impression is taken of the teeth so that the new crown or bridge can be created in a dental lab.

DEARBORN DENTAL CLINIC REVIEWS

  • Very friendly Dentist & Staff!

    Mike atGmail Avatar Mike atGmail
    June 28, 2024
  • Dr. Z is a proficient and professional. I received a personal follow call from Dr. Z after every procedure.The staff is friendly and you are seen as scheduled. My entire family goes to All Brite Dental and we love the service they provide.

    Elvira Meeks Avatar Elvira Meeks
    September 14, 2024
  • Every visit to see Dr. Rafiq and his staff is a pleasant one. Absolutely the best dental firm!

    Martha Smoly Avatar Martha Smoly
    March 28, 2024
  • The front staff, dental hygienist, and dentist were all very nice and friendly. Excellent work, and the prices are very fair if you don't have insurance.

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    Nirmeen H Collier Avatar Nirmeen H Collier
    June 28, 2024
  • Came in for a crown. Everyone always so welcoming here. Explanation of what was going to be done was clear and experienced pain free dentistry.

    Teresa cook Avatar Teresa cook
    April 28, 2024
  • Work on my teeth was what’s expected, excellent .

    Ederl Moore Avatar Ederl Moore
    July 28, 2024
  • My mouth felt so clean and refreshed after my first cleaning. Everyone was very friendly and professional from the dentist, the hygienist, and front staff. I felt very comfortable from beginning to end. Thanks!

    Steven Bayne Avatar Steven Bayne
    May 28, 2024
  • Very friendly and super helpful!

    Casey Mcgill Avatar Casey Mcgill
    June 28, 2024
  • I have been with all Brite dental for years. They have the best service. I feel very comfortable and welcomed. All the staff are very friendly.

    Souha Jaber Avatar Souha Jaber
    April 28, 2024
  • Me and my kids love Dr. Rafeq and the staff!!

    Sarah Alogaili Avatar Sarah Alogaili
    May 28, 2024

BROWNSTOWN DENTAL CLINIC REVIEWS

  • Great office! Dr. Rafiq and all the ladies are Amazing!!!

    jennifer wylie Avatar jennifer wylie
    September 28, 2023
  • Excellent, friendly and knowledgeable office staff. Dentist very understanding and reassuring of fears. Quick, gentle and thorough dental assistant. Accommodating. Great overall experience. Thank you!!

    Michelle Justice Avatar Michelle Justice
    September 28, 2023
  • Friendly, professional and fun staff! An outstanding experience!

    Kristin Everingham Avatar Kristin Everingham
    July 28, 2024
  • I love Dr Rafiq and her team. They are all nice and respectful of their patients time. Also they make sure you understand any and all costs you may be responsible for when having services. No surprises. Awesome dentist!

    yolanda rayford Avatar yolanda rayford
    November 28, 2023
  • I absolutely love this place! All of the staff and I do mean ALL of the staff are welcoming, friendly, and professional. My entire family has been going here for years and we always have a great experience. There’s never a long wait and they get you in and out. Clean place, nice environment and they’re awesome with children as well! So glad to be apart of the All Brite family!

    Carmen Jackson Avatar Carmen Jackson
    September 28, 2021
  • My first visit to Dr. Rafiq's office was for an emergency visit. They fit me in their schedule the same day and treated me as if I had gone there for many years. The staff was very friendly. Dr. Rafiq was very kind and gentle. My husband and children will be going to this office now as well. I would highly recommend this dentist office!!

    Julia D Avatar Julia D
    September 28, 2012
  • The whole staff at All Brute is excellent. Dr. Rafiq is a great Dentist. Shannon is the best hygienist I have ever had. I highly recommend All Brite dental to anyone needing Dental care!!

    Robert Miller Avatar Robert Miller
    September 28, 2017
  • My husband and I have been going here for a while now. It has been nothing but pleasant experiences in this office. All the staff are very welcoming and take time to have genuine conversations with you. I always feel relaxed and the doctor's work is top notch. I have no complaints at all????

    Samantha Alexander Avatar Samantha Alexander
    September 28, 2017
  • The All Brite Dental team is amazing! This is my first visit; very professional, pleasant and relaxing experience. I am excited to continue my dental care with them!

    Michelle Hawthorne Avatar Michelle Hawthorne
    October 28, 2023
  • Excellent experience. I’ve been with All Brite over 10 years. Very professional, pain free, and family. Good folks. Highly recommended. GL

    Gary Longton Avatar Gary Longton
    June 28, 2024