Understanding Our Crown and Bridge Process

Step One: Consultation

  • A dental team member will escort you back and take x-rays.
  • Your doctor will perform a comprehensive oral examination and develop a treatment plan for your needs.
  • Once your crown and bridge needs have been established, the dental team will discuss price ranges, materials, and tooth colors with you.
  • After reviewing your options, you can select the best crowns.
  • Depending on your needs, our dental team may schedule you back for a crown prep later.
  • You will be scheduled for a Dental Hygiene visit before treatment or on the appointment day.

Step Two: Preparation

  • A dental team member will escort you back to the operatory.
  • The dental team will be available to answer your questions.
  • Your doctor will numb you for your comfort.
  • The dental team will take your custom tooth shading.
  • Your doctor will prepare your teeth for crowns.
  • Impressions will be taken.
  • Your impressions will be taken to your doctor and the dental laboratory for approval.
  • The prepared teeth will be covered with a temporary material for comfort.
  • After you visit the cashier for payment, you will be released by Patient Administration.
  • You will return at your scheduled appointment to deliver your permanent crown(s).

Step Three: Delivery

  • A dental team member will escort you back to the operatory.
  • The doctor may numb you for your comfort.
  • The temporary covering on your prepared teeth will be removed, and your new custom crowns or bridges will be fitted.
  • After adjustments, your new crowns will be permanently cemented to your prepped tooth or mouth.
  • It’s essential not to eat anything for an hour after the new crown or bridge is permanently seated in your tooth or mouth. Please avoid hard or sticky foods for at least 24 hours.
  • Relax and enjoy your beautiful new smile!

Our crown and bridge process is a three-step procedure that includes:

1. Consultation

2. Preparation

3. Delivery

Understanding Our Crown and Bridge Process

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Disclaimer: Dr. Collins and Associates are Missouri licensed General Dentists. They are not licensed in Missouri as specialists in the advertised dental specialties of Prosthetics or Orthodontics. Implants are a specialty area not recognized by the ADA that requires no specific educational training to advertise this service.

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