Crown or bridge: what’s the difference?
A crown is a cap that covers and protects a single damaged tooth. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring new teeth to the teeth on either side of the gap.
Dental crowns and bridges
Beautiful Restorations. Lasting Strength. Personalized Care.
Crowns and bridges help you eat, smile, and speak comfortably again. Each restoration is planned around your tooth, your bite, and the look you want.
When a crown may help
A crown may be recommended for a tooth that is cracked, weakened by a large filling, treated with a root canal, or in need of shape and color improvement.
Strong, natural-looking materials
Options include durable zirconia and lifelike all-ceramic crowns. Dr. Souferian recommends the material that best fits where the tooth sits and how it needs to perform.
Individual recommendations
Material is only one part of the decision.
Experience guides the choice. A dental restoration is more than the material it is made from. Dr. Souferian considers the tooth, bite, appearance, function, surrounding teeth, oral health, and long-term needs before recommending a material or treatment. When more than one appropriate option exists, those options are explained so the patient can make an informed decision.
What we consider
- How much healthy tooth remains and how you bite
- Matching color and shape to your neighboring teeth
- Durability, easy cleaning, and long-term care
Start with an exam