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

  • I appreciate always getting called back at my actual appointment times. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly.

    Yasmine Hassan Avatar Yasmine Hassan
    September 24, 2024
  • 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
  • My dentist is amazing

    Marlo Simmons Avatar Marlo Simmons
    April 28, 2024
  • Always a friendly staff, hygienist, and of course the dentist

    Patrick Higgins Avatar Patrick Higgins
    September 21, 2024
  • Work on my teeth was what’s expected, excellent .

    Ederl Moore Avatar Ederl Moore
    July 28, 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
  • Dentist office goes far and beyond my needs.. Michelle is the greatest..

    Roy Spencer Avatar Roy Spencer
    September 14, 2024
  • Wonderful & Friendly staff.

    Paris Fields Avatar Paris Fields
    August 28, 2024
  • Absolutely great place to go! They were thorough and super friendly and co-pays were the lowest of any dentist office i can remember going to. It's a smaller dentistry and located on first floor of Business Suites, but it had a more personable feeling than just another patient. I'd highly recommend going here.

    Chris Rosen Avatar Chris Rosen
    March 28, 2024
  • Dr Rafiq always explains what he's doing and why. He makes sure that I am comfortable and satisfied with what he's doing. Dr Rafiq is very skilled in performing dental procedures, such as laser procedures, fillings & crowns. I have been his patient since he opened his practice. Amber, the hygienist, performs "painless" teeth cleanings, which ensures you always keep your appointments, to prevent future problems from occurring. During cleanings, Dr Rafiq always stops in to greet you, perform an exam and expalins any dental problem options. The business office always explain any costs associate with any procedure and follow up with your insurance company to minimize you out of pocket costs. The entire staff @ All Bright Dental treats you like family!

    George McGarrett Avatar George McGarrett
    July 28, 2024

BROWNSTOWN DENTAL CLINIC REVIEWS

  • Friendly, professional and fun staff! An outstanding experience!

    Kristin Everingham Avatar Kristin Everingham
    July 28, 2024
  • 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
  • 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
  • Great office! Dr. Rafiq and all the ladies are Amazing!!!

    jennifer wylie Avatar jennifer wylie
    September 28, 2023
  • Great dentist

    U Con Avatar U Con
    September 28, 2021
  • The staff are awesome. Very nice and pleasant

    Rebecca McFalls Avatar Rebecca McFalls
    October 28, 2023
  • The minute I walked into The All-Brite office I felt like family. As a staff member handed me a welcome gift, I was quickly escorted to a room. No wailting. Talked to the doctor about my evaluation, all with no hidden charges. As I begin to send this review, I receive a text reminding me about my appt. I have NEVER experienced such an amazing group of people. I am looking forward to my teeth cleaning experience.

    brenda roekle Avatar brenda roekle
    September 28, 2012
  • Nick & I have been with Dr. Rafiq since she took over the practice. Dr. Rafiq and her staff are very professional and great at their jobs. We have had root canals, crowns and fillings painlessly. Shannon does a great job cleaning teeth.

    Shirley McInchak Avatar Shirley McInchak
    September 28, 2014
  • This is a great office! We switched from a corporate office and are very happy here. They are friendly and knowledgeable and very efficient. Love the family atmosphere.

    Erin Kortas Avatar Erin Kortas
    July 28, 2024
  • I recently found this office on accident but i am so happy i did! I was welcomed in right away and everyone was very friendly! I will not be going anywhere else! I had my first cleaning there this past monday and everything that was done was explained in detail. There isn't any hassle or waiting when i have an appointment and everyone is extremely easy to understand. I feel like I've been coming here for years and it has only been a couple weeks!

    Hailei Marie Avatar Hailei Marie
    September 28, 2015