Our Services
Dental Crowns & Bridges
 A crown (cap) is a restoration that is placed on teeth that
have lost a lot of their structure. There are various types of
crowns, ranging from full porcelain to full metal. Your dentist
will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each kind for
you. A crown (cap) is a restoration that is placed on teeth that
have lost a lot of their structure. There are various types of
crowns, ranging from full porcelain to full metal. Your dentist
will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each kind for
you.
Crowns may also be used to securely attach a bridge
if the surrounding teeth by themselves are inadequate to do so.
A bridge is a dental appliance that is used to replace one or
more missing teeth. They are designed to be cosmetically
appealing and also to restore proper occlusion. Like crowns,
bridges are fully customizable and made of various materials,
including porcelain and metals. Although not as permanent as a
cap, bridges are bonded to surrounding teeth and only removable
by your dentist.
Both crowns and bridges are created to
match the color, height, texture and overall appearance of your
teeth. Most crowns and bridges will last for life, eliminating
the need to replace them unless they fall out or become loose.
You may prolong the durability of your crowns and bridges by
practicing good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist for
regular check-ups and cleanings.
If you live in or around
Buckner or Oldham County give us a call today to schedule your
appointment.
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Root Canal Treatment
 Every tooth consists of three different layers. The outermost
and hardest layer is enamel, and the second layer is dentin. The
third is pulp, which is the cavernous space where the live
tissue and nerve of each tooth is located.
If for any
reason the pulp space is exposed to the outside, the tissue
becomes contaminated and eventually infected. The exposure of
pulp happens in many circumstances, such as when you have a
large cavity or a fractured tooth. Your dentist can explain the
exact reason for damage to this tissue. In these cases, the
treatment is usually root canal treatment.
Root canal
treatment is the process of going inside the pulp space and
removing the infected, dead tissue. The space is then
disinfected and sealed with special materials. Nowadays, root
canal treatments are performed with advanced techniques and
materials, making them far more comfortable and faster. After
root canal treatment is complete, your restorative dentist will
usually place a crown on your tooth to safeguard against
fracture.
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