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What You Should Know about Crowns, Bridges, and Other Dental Restorations

August 25, 2023
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Posted By: Dr Brendan Quill

Dental crowns in Bondi Junction are vital to dentistry and are used across multiple disciplines.

In cosmetic dentistry, they conceal tooth flaws. In tooth replacement, they anchor the dental bridge to healthy teeth and cap single dental implants to restore your smile.

Additionally, they support weak teeth aesthetically and reestablish your bite force.

Dental fillings, especially tooth-coloured fillings, repair teeth after cavity treatment, and they do so without drawing attention to care. The white or tooth-coloured filling blends easily with your smile.

Considering how vital these restorations are, it only makes sense to take excellent care of them to promote longevity and health.

Taking Care of Your Restorations

Crowns, bridges, and dental fillings are among the most essential restorations in dentistry, and with regular dental care, they can last for many years. However, it’s necessary to take care of them.

We recommend the following:

  • Visit your Bondi Junction dentist regularly for check-ups and teeth cleans.
  • Brush and floss your teeth at least twice daily or after every meal.
  • Report changes to your dentist in a timely manner, including tooth sensitivity and loose restorations.
  • Avoid using your teeth or restorations as tools to open a package, twist off a cap or similar.

Your dentist will continually assess your restorations at your check-ups to ensure they function correctly. We also pay close attention to your periodontal health and overall oral wellness with thorough examinations, periodic x-rays and oral cancer screenings.

These are the reasons you should never put off dental check-ups! Of course, dental care lowers your risks for tooth decay and gum disease, but it may also add to the longevity of your current restorations.

Replacing Old Dental Restorations

Like everything, dental restorations have a lifespan, even if you follow all ‘best practices’ for care.

If your bridge or crowns feel loose or part of a restoration is cracked or damaged, it’s vital to see your dentist for repair or replacement.

If you have older amalgam fillings, you can talk to your dentist about replacing these with our aesthetically pleasing, mercury-free, tooth-coloured options.

Maintain a Healthy Smile with Your Dentist in Bondi Junction

We’re thrilled to offer quality dental restorations, but even better than restorations are smiles free from cavities or other health issues. If it’s time for your next check-up and teeth clean, or if you have questions for our team, we encourage your call today!