Your teeth play a major role in your overall appearance and confidence. Despite regular care, teeth can become damaged, decayed, or lost due to injury or age. At Planet Family Dental in Lynnwood, WA, Dr. Megha Sheth uses dental crowns and dental bridges to restore both the function and beauty of your smile.
✅ Key Takeaway
Dental crowns and bridges are one of the most effective ways to restore damaged or missing teeth. They improve your smile, restore chewing function, protect your jawbone, and can last 10–15 years with proper care. Dr. Sheth offers both at Planet Family Dental in Lynnwood, WA.
What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?
Dental crowns and bridges are prosthetic devices that restore the appearance and function of damaged or missing teeth. Unlike removable dentures, crowns and bridges are cemented permanently onto existing teeth or implants — only a dentist can remove them.
Dental Crowns
A crown (or "cap") covers a damaged tooth entirely, restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Dr. Sheth uses porcelain, ceramic, and metal crowns depending on the tooth's location and your needs.
Dental Bridges
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. It literally "bridges" the space left by missing teeth.
Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges in Lynnwood, WA
Dr. Sheth recommends crowns and bridges for patients at Planet Family Dental because they offer multiple benefits beyond just filling a gap:
Restore Your Smile
Having a beautiful, confident smile is priceless. Crowns and bridges restore the natural appearance of your teeth so you can smile without hesitation.
Improve Chewing Function
Missing teeth make chewing difficult and even painful. Remaining teeth can shift to fill gaps, causing bite problems. Bridges restore full chewing ability.
Restore Clear Speech
When two or more teeth are missing, it can affect the quality of your speech. Bridges fill the gaps and help you speak clearly and confidently again.
Protect Your Jawbone
The jawbone begins to shrink when teeth shift to fill gaps. This affects your facial structure over time. Crowns and bridges prevent this bone loss by maintaining proper tooth alignment.
Long-Lasting & Durable
With proper care and regular checkups at Planet Family Dental, crowns and bridges can last 10–15 years or longer. They're a reliable, long-term investment in your oral health.
The Crown and Bridge Procedure at Planet Family Dental in Lynnwood, WA
Dr. Sheth makes the process comfortable and straightforward. Here's what to expect:
Consultation & Digital X-Rays — Dr. Sheth examines your teeth, takes digital X-rays, and discusses your options. She'll recommend the best material and approach for your situation.
Tooth Preparation — The tooth is reshaped to fit the crown. For bridges, the anchor teeth on either side are prepared. Impressions are taken and sent to the lab.
Temporary Crown — A temporary crown protects your tooth while the permanent one is being crafted at the lab.
Permanent Placement — Once ready, Dr. Sheth removes the temporary and cements the permanent crown or bridge. She checks your bite and makes any final adjustments.
Affordable Crowns & Bridges in Lynnwood, WA
Most dental insurance plans cover a portion of crown and bridge procedures. Planet Family Dental accepts most major PPO plans and will verify your benefits before treatment. No insurance? Our Membership Plan includes discounts on restorative treatments.
We serve patients from Lynnwood, Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline, and surrounding communities near Alderwood Mall. Call (425) XXX-XXXX to schedule a consultation with Dr. Sheth.
💡 Is a Crown or Bridge Right for You?
If you have a damaged, weakened, or missing tooth, Dr. Sheth can evaluate your options during a consultation. For missing teeth, she may also discuss dental implants as an alternative. Call Planet Family Dental at (425) XXX-XXXX to get started.
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Dr. Megha V. Sheth, D.D.S.
Dentist & Owner at Planet Family Dental in Lynnwood, WA. Dr. Sheth specializes in restorative dentistry, helping patients restore damaged and missing teeth with crowns, bridges, and implants.