What is a dental crown?

A dental crown is a cap for an existing tooth. It can improve the way a decayed or broken tooth looks and make it stronger. Crowns can be made from porcelain, zirconia, gold alloy or a combination of porcelain and metal.
When might I need a dental crown?

• have a broken or cracked tooth
• have a badly decayed tooth
• have had root canal treatment
• want to protect a weak tooth
• need to hold a bridge or denture in place
• can be used to cover stained or badly shaped teeth

What is a dental bridge?

A dental bridge can replace missing teeth with false teeth. The bridge is attached to your teeth on either side of the gap when there is one or more missing teeth. Unlike dentures, a dental bridge is cemented to your teeth and it’s not removable.
Bridges are usually made of porcelain and metal or zirconia.