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

  • Always a pleasant experience at Albright dental Rochelle is the best, And Doctor does a great job.staff is always helpful and friendly!

    Tammy Bonkowski Avatar Tammy Bonkowski
    September 24, 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
  • Been going here for a couple decades. Friendly staff, kind/honest hygienists, and a superb dentist.

    Mutant Messiah Avatar Mutant Messiah
    April 28, 2024
  • Friendly receptionist. No waiting. Thorough exam. Full explanation of concerns and treatment options.

    Laura Champagne Avatar Laura Champagne
    September 7, 2024
  • My dental hygienist was very polite and professional. She took her time and I was very happy with the service. Albright dental is an amazing dental office I highly recommend it to anybody that wants an amazing dentist.

    Rashid Chaudhry Avatar Rashid Chaudhry
    August 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
  • Michelle is the Best! Very caring , professional & compassionate for others. I really appreciate you of all my services

    Carmen Spencer Avatar Carmen Spencer
    September 14, 2024
  • Awesome service from the front desk girls to the hygienist and Dr Zia. 5 stars Thank you for being wonderful

    T B Avatar T B
    April 28, 2024
  • The staff and Doctor is very professional and caring, they are very prompt with their time to get you in and out i couldn’t see myself going to any other dental office ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Eric Latimer Avatar Eric Latimer
    June 28, 2024

BROWNSTOWN DENTAL CLINIC REVIEWS

  • I had to find another dentist a few years back now, I was very concern about moving because I had been with my old dentist for over 20 years. To my wonderful surprise Dr Rafiq was so nice as well as very good . I felt comfortable from the beginning with her and the staff. Everyone is pleasant and very professional, I am truly happy with my decision to reach out to All Bright Dental.

    judy logsdon Avatar judy logsdon
    September 28, 2015
  • Had a very good experience here. First had a cleaning that was on time (no extra wait time). The cleaning went well and they found some cavities (not good for me but no impact on the dentist office :)). Then after the cleaning the dentist came in to review the cleaners findings for the cavities and found an additional one. Then I set up an appointment for about a week later to get all the cavities taken care of. On the day of the appointment they called me and said they were running ahead of schedule and let me come in earlier. So not only no wait, I got in earlier and out earlier. During the filling of my cavities I had novocaine but it seemed like a nerve was still hit (could/probably was just me being nervous) but even so they still gave me some extra novocaine just in case. Overall the filling of 5 cavities was painless and they made sure my bite was not effected by the cavity fillings (for the larger one). I would definitely recommend them. My kids go there as well and they are very kid friendly. My son was on the no cavity list and he was put into a drawing and won a $50 gift card to Toys R Us.

    Brad Hooper Avatar Brad Hooper
    September 28, 2015
  • All the staff is wonderful and helpful here at All Brite Dental!!

    Melissa McPhaul Avatar Melissa McPhaul
    July 28, 2024
  • Awsome personality from staff, good job explaining procedures, and some pretty ladys????

    Mike Emery Avatar Mike Emery
    August 28, 2024
  • 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
  • Very welcoming atmosphere and personable service. I have been impressed with their attentive communication. It is always nice to get a reminder text a few days before you appointment.

    Michael McSweeney Avatar Michael McSweeney
    August 28, 2024
  • 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
  • After my dentist retired I was nervous about finding a new one, but finally after a few years I picked All Brite Dental due to all the great reviews, and I'm glad I did! Dr. Rafiq and all of the staff are awesome. Super helpful and friendly. So far I've had a cleaning and gotten some fillings. Both were completely painless! Definitely would recommend.

    Chelsea Gutierrez Avatar Chelsea Gutierrez
    September 28, 2017
  • I love All Brite Dental. The hygienists are absolutely awesome and I've never had such a great cleaning. I have had issues with my gums and they have been life savers. It is difficult to get later and weekend appointments with work schedules, but they are always willing to put you on a waiting list and call me when something becomes available. Great customer service.

    Jillian Vander Ploeg Avatar Jillian Vander Ploeg
    September 28, 2016
  • Great dentist

    U Con Avatar U Con
    September 28, 2021