Solutions Built Around What Your Smile Needs
A crown or bridge affects how your teeth function, how your bite distributes pressure, and how the surrounding teeth and bone respond over time. At our LIV office, every restoration begins with a thorough assessment of your full oral health, not just the tooth in question, so the treatment we recommend actually addresses the underlying situation.
Precision From the First Appointment
The long-term success of a crown or bridge depends on the accuracy of the preparation and impressions taken at your first appointment. A well-fitted restoration seats correctly, integrates naturally with the bite, and holds up reliably over years of daily use. We take the time at this stage to get the measurements and impressions right, so your permanent restoration fits accurately and feels comfortable from the moment it is placed.
Porcelain Matched to Your Smile
Our crowns are fabricated in porcelain by a dental laboratory and matched to the colour, shape, and contour of your surrounding teeth. The shade, surface texture, and proportions of the restoration are all considered during fabrication so the finished result integrates naturally into your smile.
Coordinated Care From Start to Finish
Your entire crown or bridge treatment is managed by the team at our LIV office, from assessment through to final placement. Your records, impressions, temporary restoration, and follow-up care are all handled in one place by the same people, so your care stays connected and consistent throughout.
What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown encases the entire visible portion of a damaged or weakened tooth, restoring its full strength and function. It is recommended when decay, cracking, or trauma has affected the tooth’s structural integrity to the point where a filling is not the most reliable long-term solution. Crowns also play an important role following root canal treatment. A tooth that has been treated with a root canal benefits significantly from crown placement, which protects the tooth and allows it to continue functioning normally for years to come.
What Are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge replaces a missing tooth by spanning the gap with a false tooth, called a pontic, anchored by crowns placed on the natural teeth on either side. The result is a fixed, non-removable restoration that restores the full function and appearance of the missing tooth and is maintained with the same routine as natural teeth. Whether a bridge is the right solution depends on the health and position of the teeth adjacent to the gap. We assess these carefully at your consultation and walk you through your options clearly before any decisions are made.
The Value of Replacing a Missing Tooth Promptly
Addressing a missing tooth sooner rather than later gives us the most straightforward path to a stable, lasting result. Replacing the tooth while the surrounding bone and adjacent teeth are still in good condition means a more predictable restoration and better long-term outcomes for the surrounding dentition. A bridge placed early is a clean, well-supported solution that preserves the alignment and health of your smile for years ahead.
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We work with all providers and follow Ontario's fee guide at both locations, so there are never any surprise costs. Give us a call or book online and we'll happily sort out the details with you.
What to Expect When You Get a Crown or Bridge
Crown and bridge treatment at our LIV office is completed over two appointments.
Appointment One: Preparation
Your dentist administers a local anaesthetic before beginning. The tooth receiving the crown is shaped and reduced to create space for the restoration. For a bridge, both anchor teeth are prepared in the same way. Precise impressions of the prepared teeth and your bite are taken and sent to the dental laboratory. A temporary restoration is placed to protect the prepared tooth and maintain your comfort and appearance while the permanent one is being made.
Laboratory Fabrication
Your porcelain restoration is custom-fabricated to the specifications of your impressions, matched to the colour and contour of your surrounding teeth. Fabrication typically takes one to two weeks. We contact you as soon as it arrives.
Appointment Two: Placement
The temporary is removed and the permanent restoration is seated. Your dentist checks the fit, the margins, the bite relationship, and the appearance before cementing it in place. Any adjustments needed to ensure the restoration functions correctly with the rest of your teeth are made at this appointment before you leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need a crown or a filling?
How long do porcelain crowns and bridges last?
Are crowns and bridges covered by insurance?
Is the preparation appointment painful?
What is a temporary crown and how should I care for it?
How do I clean around a bridge?
What happens if a crown becomes loose?
Can a bridge replace more than one consecutive missing tooth?
Will my crown or bridge look different from my natural teeth?
What if I need both a crown and a bridge?
We would love to meet you
Whether you're looking for a new dental home, coming back after a while away, or just finally ready to book that appointment, we're here, and we'd love to welcome you. New patients are always welcome at both locations. Book online or give us a call, we'll take great care of you.