A crown, also known as a cap, is a thin covering that encases the entire tooth surface to restore its original shape, size and colour. A crown protects and strengthens existing tooth structure which cannot be restored through fillings or other methods. Crowns can be used to address broken, fractured or decayed teeth, as filling replacements or as a cosmetic enhancement to an existing tooth.

Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain are the most popular, because they are technically coloured to match your natural teeth. They are highly durable, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced.

A dental bridge is a fixed permanent fixture and an effective technique to repair multiple missing teeth in a strong, natural way. There are several types of bridges. Through detailed discussions, you and your dentist will decide which bridge method is best suited to your individual requirements. The “traditional bridge” and is usually made of porcelain fused to metal to enhance their strength. This option is particular popular as it is tailored to match your existing tooth colour. This type of bridge consists to two crowns that are affixed to anchoring teeth (abutment teeth) and artificial teeth (pontics) are used to ‘bridge’ the gap.