With dental crowns and bridges from Bluffside Dental, you'll enjoy a seamless appearance and be able to smile with confidence!

Crowns and Bridges

Dental crowns and bridges are restorations that strengthen and protect damaged or broken teeth.

Understanding Crowns and Bridges

Crowns are custom-made to cover a tooth completely, so you may hear them referred to as caps or tooth caps. A crown restores comfortable chewing function and strengthens and supports the tooth. Dental bridges replace missing teeth to restore function and complete your smile.

We typically use porcelain or ceramic for these restorations because they mimic the strength and appearance of tooth enamel.

Everyone wants a healthy, beautiful smile, and we can help you reach that goal with dental crowns and bridges. Updated techniques and treatments have made placing crowns and bridges easier than ever.

When Are Dental Crowns and Bridges Used?

Dental crowns are very versatile, and we use them to correct many dental issues, including:

Severely decayed teeth
Teeth weakened by root canal treatment
Fractured or broken teeth
Broken or cracked fillings
Large silver fillings
Top off a dental implant
Support a dental bridge

A dental bridge fills the space left by a missing tooth. It is usually made as a single unit held in place by crowns attached to teeth on either side of the gap. This restoration improves your appearance and prevents surrounding teeth from shifting out of place and moving into the gap left by a missing tooth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my dental crown or bridge be noticeable?

Modern dental materials and technology have dramatically improved the appearance of dental crowns and bridges. The porcelain used in today’s crowns and bridges can be color-matched to blend perfectly with the shade of your natural teeth. With proper placement, your dental restoration should be virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

What Does Placing a Crown or Bridge Involve?

We can typically place a dental crown or bridge in as few as two visits. First, we prepare your natural tooth to receive the restoration and take impressions that accurately represent the shape and position of your natural teeth so your restoration fits perfectly.

Next, we send the impressions to a custom dental lab, where skilled technicians use them to create your permanent restoration, which usually takes about two weeks. Before you leave our office, we fit you with a temporary bridge or crown to wear while the lab fabricates the final piece.

Once we receive your final restoration, we schedule an appointment for you to return to our office to check the finished restoration for comfort and make any necessary adjustments. The final step is to cement the custom restoration securely in place.

We will also provide instructions for properly caring for your crown or bridge. The restoration is strong and durable under normal conditions, but it requires care to prevent damage and the possible need for replacement.

If you practice proper oral hygiene and schedule regular dental cleanings, your new restoration will last for many years.

Call to Schedule an Evaluation

Are you troubled by a damaged or missing tooth? Please call our dental office today to schedule an evaluation and learn more about your options!

Our Team

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Dr. Jeremy Berger

Dr. Jeremy Berger has been a dentist since 2016 and co-founded Bluffside Dental in 2018 after purchasing the practice of Dr. Gary Erickson, a long-time dentist in Red Wing. Together with his team, he brings dedication, passion, and a patient-centered approach to his practice.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from St. Olaf College and then received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with Distinction from the University of Minnesota.

Dr. Berger's decision to pursue dentistry stemmed from his love of science and desire to build meaningful, personal connections with patients. Since ...

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Crowns and Bridges Technology

Digital Scanner

With digital scanners, we no longer need to take goopy impressions of your teeth in order to create customized appliances or aligners. We can perform a quick scan and then send your scans directly to the dental laboratory. Advanced scanners also allow dentists to identify dental issues, track the progress of treatments, and more. This fantastic new technology makes your dental experiences faster, more comfortable, and more convenient.

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Testimonial

The dentist, Dr. Berger, genuinely cares about his patients.

My daughters and I have had a couple cleanings at this dental office. The dentist, Dr. Berger, genuinely cares about his patients. He was open and honest about our dental care. It is clear that he incredibly knowledgeable and believes firmly in doing the job correctly. He was great with my kids! In what can be a very scary environment for the kiddos, Dr. Berger was phenomenal at keeping them calm and cooperative. I very strongly recommend going to this dentist. One additional perk is that he is young, so we will be going to him for many years to come. All of the staff and hygienists were friendly, inviting, took great care of my daughters and I. Great experience all around.
-Josh

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