Dental Crowns and Bridges
The harmonious combination of aesthetics, health, and functionality: dental crowns and bridges will restore a natural and radiant smile to your face.
Dental Crowns: For a Wonderful Smile and Strong Teeth
Over the years, teeth can weaken, lose their function, become damaged or break (even if you already have a fixed prosthesis), or fall out. Additionally, natural teeth wear down over time, lose their shine, may darken or yellow, affecting the aesthetics of your smile and your entire face.
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When it comes to oral health, any defect, whether minor or major, not only affects appearance but, in the long term, negatively impacts bite strength, chewing function, and speech, which overall affects quality of life.
Nowadays, as health and smile aesthetics become increasingly important, dental crowns (also known as caps, coverings, or dental shells) and dental bridges represent an ideal fixed prosthetic solution if you:
Are missing one or more teeth
Have damaged or weak teeth
Have an unaesthetic gap between your teeth
Want to improve the shape of your teeth and achieve a white, natural smile.
What Are Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns, also known as dental caps, are fixed prosthetic devices that are applied:
Over a compromised natural tooth, or
On a dental implant in case of a missing natural tooth.
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Book a free initial consultation with the best dental prosthetics specialists in Europe at our dental medicine center in Rijeka.
To make your smile as natural as possible dental crowns, like all other fixed prosthetic devices, are custom-made in our laboratory respecting the shape and color of your natural teeth.
The Dental Crown Application Procedure at Orto Nova
Usually, two to three sessions are sufficient to apply permanent dental crowns. The procedure is painless and performed under local anesthesia. Furthermore, the most advanced CAD/CAM technology and our private laboratory ensure you get your new smile as quickly as possible.
Examination and Tooth Preparation
The first step involves a thorough examination and preparation of the tooth for the crown application, which includes filing to ensure proper adhesion. Crowns can also be applied to dental implants in case of missing teeth.
Impression Taking and Placement of Temporary Crowns
After filing, a digital impression is taken using a scanner, and temporary crowns are placed to protect the tooth. The impressions are immediately sent to the in-house dental laboratory for the fabrication of the permanent crowns.
Fitting of Permanent Dental Crowns
The fabrication of permanent crowns takes from a few hours up to three days, depending on the case and the material. Once ready, a fitting is performed to check the aesthetic appearance and functionality, with the possibility of making adjustments.
Cementation of Permanent Crowns
Finally, the crowns are permanently cemented, and the patient can go home with their new smile. Regular check-ups will be necessary to ensure the longevity and health of the crowns and teeth.
Inspiring Results: Transformations
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When to Opt for a Dental Bridge?
If you are missing multiple teeth, need to extract several teeth, or your natural teeth are worn and compromised, our dental prosthetics specialist may recommend installing a dental bridge. With a dental bridge made up of two or more connected crowns, we replace missing teeth and improve the appearance of compromised teeth.
Proprio come avviene per le corone, il ponte può essere applicato su un dente naturale o su un impianto.
Just like with crowns, a bridge can be applied to a natural tooth or an implant. If we apply the dental bridge on natural teeth, some of them will become so-called abutments or supports, and will need to be prepared (filed). If the distance and density of your teeth are insufficient or if you prefer not to file your natural teeth, we can also choose to fix dental bridges on implants.
Whatever your choice or problem, at Orto Nova we will find the best solution for your smile.
Are Dental Crowns or Veneers the Right Solution for You?
This short questionnaire will help us understand your needs and how we can best assist you in achieving your ideal smile.
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CAD/CAM Technology: Fast and Precise Manufacturing of Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges, like all other prosthetic devices, are custom-made in our dental laboratory, respecting the characteristics of your natural teeth.
CAD/CAM technology, i.e., computer-aided design/manufacturing, helps prosthodontists and dental technicians create more precise prosthetics that perfectly replicate the shape, size, and appearance of your natural teeth.
Additionally, Orto Nova’s CAD/CAM system speeds up the entire dental crown application process, from impression acquisition to placement of the final prosthesis, reducing the number of dental visits required.
High-Quality Materials for Perfect Results
At Orto Nova Dental Medicine Center, we make dental crowns using only top-quality materials and the most advanced CAD/CAM technology. The best material for crowns is chosen based on the problem and desired result.
Metal-Ceramic Crowns
These crowns have a core made of a metal alloy covered with ceramic. They offer satisfactory aesthetics, excellent strength and durability, and in certain cases are the best solution in terms of quality and price.
Zirconia-Ceramic Crowns
These crowns consist of a zirconia core coated with high-quality ceramic and are the ideal choice for patients seeking a natural and harmonious smile.
Metal-free zirconia-ceramic crowns are made using computer-assisted CAD/CAM technology, and smaller bridges (up to five units) can be fabricated in just three days.
Ceramic Crowns
Made from high-quality ceramic, these crowns are often chosen when a single crown needs to be placed on a natural tooth or implant.
The fabrication and application of this type of crown require a high level of expertise from both the dentist and the dental technician. At the Orto Nova laboratory, we can produce this type of crown in as little as one hour thanks to CAD/CAM technology.
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Who Takes Care of Your Smile?
Our team of dentists, led by Dr. Ana Mihajić Kravanja, a specialist in prosthetic dentistry, in collaboration with the Orto Nova laboratory, creates life-changing smiles for our patients every day. Meet our doctors who will welcome you with a smile at the Orto Nova Dental Medicine Center in Rijeka, Croatia. If you have significant dental anxiety, you can also request conscious sedation. Our anesthesia and resuscitation specialist will be by your side throughout the procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crowns and Dental Bridges
How long do dental crowns last, and do they need to be replaced?
With proper oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, dental crowns and bridges can last up to 20 years, after which they may need to be replaced.
We Care About Your Smile
Are you looking for an experienced dentist in Croatia who can restore a harmonious smile and the function of your teeth? Request a quote and a free consultation at Orto Nova by filling out the form below and find out if you are the right candidate for dental crowns or bridges.
