Crowns & Bridges

What Are Dental Crowns & Bridges?

Dental crowns and bridges are restorative treatments used to repair and replace damaged or missing teeth. At Towning Dental, we offer high-quality, custom-crafted crowns and bridges to help our patients in Columbus, Upper Arlington, Grandview, and the surrounding areas restore their smiles and improve their oral health.

Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are used to:

Protect a weak tooth from breaking
Restore a broken or severely worn down tooth
Cover and support a tooth with a large filling
Hold a dental bridge in place
Cover misshapen or severely discolored teeth
Cover a dental implant

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (called pontics) held in place by dental crowns on each side. Bridges help to:

Restore your smile
Restore the ability to properly chew and speak
Maintain the shape of your face
Distribute the forces in your bite properly
Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position

The Crowns & Bridges Procedure at Towning Dental

When you visit our Columbus dental office for a crown or bridge, Dr. Dena Towning and her experienced team will ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. We begin by preparing the tooth or teeth to receive the crown or bridge. This involves removing any decay and shaping the tooth to properly fit the restoration.

We then take scans of your teeth which are used to create your custom crown or bridge. A temporary crown or bridge is placed while your permanent restoration is being crafted. Once your crown or bridge is ready, we check the fit, color, and bite to ensure optimal results before permanently cementing it in place.

Contact Us

If you have a damaged or missing tooth and want to learn more about crowns and bridges, contact Towning Dental in Columbus, OH today. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing the highest quality restorative care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Schedule your appointment with Towning Dental now to restore your smile.