Must a tooth damaged by decay, infection or oral injury be extracted? Maybe it does. However, thousands of teeth receive dental crowns to restore them to full strength and appearance.
Drs. Bagley, Goodwin and Hrinda and their associate dentists offer innovative CEREC same-day crowns to refinish marred smiles. Learn the pros and cons of traditional crowns and CEREC restorations.
The dentists and their team at Bagley, Goodwin & Hrinda PC in Greenfield, MA, realize that you may not be thrilled to hear that you have a tooth that needs a crown. In your mind’s eye, you may see yourself missing work, driving back and forth to our office and spending hours in the dentist’s chair. Well, you can erase that picture! We have purchased the CEREC system, which allows us to complete your crown procedure in just one visit.
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Whether you just lost your tooth, or you have a tooth that hasn’t been replaced after an extended period of time, it is essential for your dental health that you replace missing teeth. At Bagley, Goodwin, & Hirinda we help you find a tooth replacement solution that fits your needs, budget and schedule. Call our friendly staff today to schedule your tooth replacement consultation. Our family-friendly Greenfield, MA dental practice will work with you to quickly replace your missing teeth and restore your beautiful smile.
Replacing missing teeth is not just about restoring your beautiful, healthy smile. Replacing missing teeth is beneficial to your overall dental health. Spaces left by missing teeth can allow dental drift where your surrounding teeth move to fill the space. Dental drift can completely change your bite, leave gaps in teeth, undo pricey orthodontic straightening, and a misaligned bite puts you at risk for TMJ.
Another effect missing teeth have on oral health is the deterioration of gum tissue and bone density. Without the root to support gum tissue and stimulate the jawbone to maintain density, rapid deterioration can be seen. Depending on age, in just a few months you can see a noticeable change of your facial features due to the change in gum tissue and bone density.
Whenever possible, we want to preserve your original tooth. This is often difficult due to the extremely time sensitive nature of lost tooth replacement. If you do loose a tooth, clean both the tooth and the socket and try to replace the tooth and hold it in place by biting down on gauze. Always handle a tooth by the crown, and avoid touching the root. If you are unable to replace the tooth, hold the tooth between your cheek and gums or store in a glass of milk until you can get to our office. Call us as soon as possible, so we can prepare to see you immediately. If the tooth can be replaced in about an hour, we are generally able to reattach it with no problem.
If we are unable to replace your natural tooth, there are numerous other tooth replacement options that will look and feel great. Our practice offers dental implants, bridges, partials and dentures to meet any tooth replacement needs.
To maximize gum tissue and jawbone density retention, dental implants are highly effective. The implant is a titanium post set in the gum to replace the root. A crown is anchored to the post to create a permanent replacement tooth that functions just like a natural tooth. Implant technology can also be used on multiple teeth or a full arch. Implant supported dentures are semi-permanent and help many denture wearers regain the ability to eat their favorite crunchy, sticky or chewy food. Additional, because implant supported dentures do not block the pallet, patients are able to taste more flavors in their food.
If implants are not a viable option for you, single tooth and multiple tooth replacement can be done using crowns and bridges. Because you do not have a root or implant to anchor a crown, a bridge connects a crown to the surrounding teeth. This is an effective tooth replacement option that is minimally invasive and can help restore your bite to full strength.
Partial dentures or partials are a good option when you might need multiple crown and bridge treatments. Partials are made up of a set of customized artificial teeth that are attached to a plastic support that is made to resemble your gum line. Like a crown and bridge, partials are anchored to surrounding teeth for stability.
Finally, traditional dentures are made to replace an upper or lower arch or a full-set of teeth. Traditional dentures attach to your gums using adhesive, and provide facial shape and support to those who have lost all of the teeth in one or both arches. This is an effective method of returning a patient’s ability to articulate and thoroughly chew their meals.
If you are missing one or more teeth, don’t waste another minute trying to decide whether you should replace them. Let the professionals at Bagley, Goodwin & Hirinda PC help you find the best tooth replacement treatment for you. Call to schedule a consultation with the knowledgeable dental staff at our Greenfield, MA office. We welcome patients form surrounding areas including Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turners Falls, Northfield, and Amherst.
Dentists have two solutions for treating tooth decay—fillings and crowns. With both, the goal is always the same: stopping decay in its tracks and saving the damaged tooth from being lost.
Fillings are great for treating mild to moderate cases of decay. What’s more, there are two different kinds. Amalgam fillings are made from a variety of metals and have a dark gray color. Composite fillings are made from composite resin and can be shaded to blend in with surrounding teeth. Both can offer patients long-lasting results.
Crowns are made to help patients with more advanced cases of decay. More specifically, they’re used in cases where a tooth is in danger of being lost. Your custom-made crown will be placed over the tooth and permanently attached. Most crowns today are made from porcelain or porcelain fused to metal. With their natural appearance and their strength, crowns can give patients functional, natural-looking results.
Do you want to find out how the doctors at Bagley, Goodwin and Hrinda can help you? Call us today for an appointment. At our Greenfield office. Our team will be happy to assess your needs and recommend a specific plan. If you have any questions afterwards, don’t hesitate to ask. We offer care to patients from Greenfield, Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turner Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, and beyond.
