Naturally Comfortable Crowns and Bridges

Crowns
A crown, also called a cap, is a custom-made restoration that repairs and strengthens a tooth that has fractured, has a large cavity, an old filling that has failed, or has had root canal therapy. Unlike an inlay or onlay, a crown completely covers the tooth.

Dr. Berard only uses caps fabricated of all-porcelain for strength, endurance and appearance. Crowns can also be used for cosmetic purposes, enhancing the appearance of a tooth that is discolored or misshapen.

Dental Bridges
A dental bridge (or pontic) is a custom-made false tooth or teeth that are permanently placed between two healthy teeth, filling in the area left by a missing tooth or teeth. The bridge is held in place by porcelain crowns placed on the healthy teeth on each side of space to be filled.

Dr. Berard creates bridges that are completely metal-free. Without metal, the bridge absorbs light, creating a natural looking smile. (Bridges made of porcelain on metal actually reflect light, creating an "unnatural" look for the tooth or teeth.) As they are metal-free, they are also non-reactive to temperature changes, improving the fit, durability and comfort of the bridge.

Bridges reduce the risk of gum disease, help correct some bite problems and help improve speech.