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 happy with the friendly staff

    Robert Hernandez Avatar Robert Hernandez
    April 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
  • The most caring, loving, compassionate team! They really care about your oral health. Highly recommend.

    LUZ ROBINSON Avatar LUZ ROBINSON
    August 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • My whole experience at the office was very very nice everyone was extremely helpful

    Steven Bonkowski Avatar Steven Bonkowski
    August 28, 2024
  • My dentist is amazing

    Marlo Simmons Avatar Marlo Simmons
    April 28, 2024
  • Very professional from the receptionist ,hygienist and the doctor. Would recommend this facility to all my family and friends. The best experience I ever had from a dentist office.

    karen leflore Avatar karen leflore
    September 7, 2024
  • Very friendly Dentist & Staff!

    Mike atGmail Avatar Mike atGmail
    June 28, 2024

BROWNSTOWN DENTAL CLINIC REVIEWS

  • 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
  • All the staff is wonderful and helpful here at All Brite Dental!!

    Melissa McPhaul Avatar Melissa McPhaul
    July 28, 2024
  • I can't see myself going to any other dentist office ever. They are just amazing, kind and professional. And most importantly no pain during my procedure.

    Irving Mobley Avatar Irving Mobley
    September 28, 2022
  • 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 office! Dr. Rafiq and all the ladies are Amazing!!!

    jennifer wylie Avatar jennifer wylie
    September 28, 2023
  • The staff is very friendly and remembers small details about our conversations from the checkup I’ve had six months before with them. I can say I am not worried about cleanliness and I normally don’t have to worry about spending a whole day there. Last checkup I had my mom and I got the details about what time my appointment was mixed up, so I ended up about to be thirty minutes late. They were still fine with taking care of me. They were nice about it and everything.

    Aitana Avatar Aitana
    September 28, 2019
  • 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
  • I've been coming here for 10 years. Dr.Rafiq is a knowledgeable and amiable dentist, with pleasant and professional staff. Good enough that I still drive here after i moved further away!

    Paula Redmond Avatar Paula Redmond
    August 28, 2024
  • Staff are always friendly and quick!

    Nonchalant Avatar Nonchalant
    July 28, 2024
  • Lovely place. The dentist worked quick and was very friendly.

    Andrew White Avatar Andrew White
    August 28, 2024