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A crown caps a damaged tooth entirely, restoring its shape and strength when a filling alone isn't enough to hold it together. Where a crown saves a single struggling tooth, a bridge fills the space left by a missing one, using neighboring teeth as anchors. Both are custom-fabricated to match your bite and the shade of your surrounding teeth.
Some partner offices can design, mill, and place a crown in one visit instead of the traditional two-visit process involving a temporary crown. A bridge case usually spans a few appointments since it depends on precise impressions of both anchor teeth and the gap between them.
A crown or bridge is only as durable as the tooth structure and gum health supporting it, so any underlying decay or gum disease gets addressed first. That's why a full exam and any necessary cleanup happens before impressions are taken for the final restoration.
Select offices design and mill a crown in one visit using in-office CAD/CAM technology.
Zirconia and porcelain options prioritize appearance; metal options prioritize durability for back molars.
Shade matching ensures the restoration blends with surrounding natural teeth.
A non-surgical option for replacing missing teeth when anchor teeth are already strong enough.
Our network specialists cover the full range of this procedure, from the routine case to the complicated one.
Combines metal strength underneath with a porcelain surface for a natural appearance.
Chosen for visible teeth where cosmetic appearance is the priority.
Designed and milled in-office in one visit at participating locations, no temporary crown needed.
Anchors a replacement tooth to crowns placed on the teeth on either side of the gap.
Alternative bridge designs used when only one anchor tooth is available or a more conservative approach is preferred.
Loose, cracked, or worn crowns and bridges are re-cemented or replaced as needed.
You describe what's going on; no automated menu, no long hold.
We match you with a nearby specialist experienced in this exact procedure and check real-time openings.
The specialist examines your case, often with same-visit X-rays, and gives you a cost estimate before starting anything.
Treatment proceeds on the agreed plan, with clear aftercare instructions and a follow-up if the case calls for one.
"Explained every step before doing anything. First time a dental visit didn't feel rushed."
"Didn't have to wait weeks like my old dentist. Straight to a specialist who knew exactly what to do."
"Price they quoted on the phone matched the invoice exactly. No surprise charges."
Lifespan depends on material and bite habits, but a decade or more is typical.
Ask about same-visit crown technology when you call — not every office offers it, but many do.
A crown caps a single damaged tooth; a bridge replaces one or more missing teeth using neighboring anchors.
If anchor teeth aren't strong enough, an implant-supported option may be recommended instead.
Digital scans and shade guides ensure the final restoration blends in rather than standing out.
Pricing varies by case; a written estimate is provided before you commit to either option.
Our coverage spans Springfield and its surrounding area, matching you with the closest available specialist.
Every provider carries an active MN dental license, verified before referral.
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