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Bridges And Crowns in Antioch, CA

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Welcome to Smile Line Dentistry, located in the heart of Antioch, CA. Living in Antioch offers residents a sparse suburban feel, with most residents enjoying a tight-knit community atmosphere. Our practice is dedicated to providing top-notch dental care, including our specialized services in crowns and bridges, to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile. If you have damaged or missing teeth, our skilled team is ready to offer the restorative treatments necessary for achieving excellent dental health.

Understanding Crowns and Bridges


Crowns and bridges are essential dental solutions designed to protect and strengthen your teeth while addressing various dental problems. A dental crown is a tailored prosthetic that covers a damaged natural tooth, restoring its function and providing added durability. On the other hand, dental bridges enhance your smile by filling in the spaces left by missing teeth. Aiming for a healthy and appealing smile is a common goal, and crowns and bridges can play a crucial role in helping you achieve it.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are cap-shaped restorations custom-fit over a broken tooth to restore its shape and size while also preserving it from additional decay or injury. They help protect dental implants, bridges, and damaged teeth from getting worse.

Porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, ceramic, gold, and other metals can be used to create crowns. Your dental crown is custom-made to match your original teeth' appearance, feel, and function.

How do dental crowns work?

Our staff must file your teeth and remove a part of the enamel – more if rot is present to make room for the dental crown. We then take imprints of your mouth to use as a template for the crown.

The crown construction procedure takes at least a few weeks, and you must wear a temporary crown throughout that period. At your second consultation, our experts will remove the temporary crown and replace it with your permanent restoration.

Once you're satisfied with the results, our team cements the crown in place and makes minor tweaks if necessary. Dental crowns can last up to eight years if adequately cared for.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a tooth replacement device that has a natural appearance. This restoration, similar to an architectural bridge, uses abutments (supporting teeth) to keep the prosthetic tooth in the middle in place. Bridges are divided into three general categories:

  • Traditional Bridge: Traditional bridges fill a gap between two healthy teeth. The teeth on either side of the gap help keep the bridge in place.
  • Cantilever Bridge: This type of bridge is used if there are no healthy teeth on one (or both) side to support it. These are commonly used at the back of mouths.
  • Maryland Bridge: A Maryland bridge replaces a lost tooth by attaching to a metal or porcelain framework rather than supporting teeth. These are commonly used for front teeth.

How do dental bridges work?

Our team files and removes a small amount of enamel from your abutment teeth to make way for durable dental crowns once you've decided on the perfect bridge for your smile. He next creates your abutment crowns and fake teeth by taking imprints of your mouth.

Our experts may be able to fit you for a temporary bridge because the bridge construction process takes at least two weeks. This bridge will be removed and replaced with a permanent alternative at your next appointment.

Our staff cements the bridge in place and makes minor changes as needed to restore function to your bite, similar to how a dental crown is placed.

If you think a dental crown or bridge is the solution to your perfect your smile, contact Smile Line Dentistry or fill out a form online.

Post-Op Instructions

Crowns and bridges typically require two or three visits to complete. During the initial visit, we prepare your tooth or teeth, take impressions, and fit you with a temporary crown. You might experience some sensitivity, gum soreness, or mild discomfort, but this should subside once the permanent crown is placed.

After receiving anesthesia, it's important to avoid chewing until the numbness fades. Temporary crowns, often made of plastic or soft metal, can be fragile and may dislodge. If this happens, save the crown and contact our office immediately. To protect your temporary crown, avoid sticky or hard foods and try to chew on the opposite side.

Maintain your usual brushing routine but be cautious when flossing around the temporary crown. If flossing is difficult, wait until the permanent crown is in place. After the final restoration, you may feel slight pressure or an uneven bite for a few days. If discomfort persists beyond a few days or you have any pain, please call our office for an adjustment. We're here to help with any concerns or questions you may have.

Restore Your Smile with Confidence

At Smile Line Dentistry, we specialize in crafting beautiful, durable crowns and bridges that restore both function and aesthetics to your smile. Our experienced team is committed to providing personalized dental services, ensuring that each restoration fits seamlessly with your natural teeth. Don't let damaged or missing teeth hold you back – let us help you regain your confidence with our state-of-the-art dental solutions.

Ready to transform your smile? Schedule a consultation today and discover how our crowns and bridges can make a difference.

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Patient Testimonials

  • All I can say is they are amazing. I wasn’t happy with the shade of color of my crown and she changed it and the result was amazing.. I’m one happy camper and I’ve gotten so complement about my temp. I can’t wait to see my permanent teeth

    – Gloria F.

  • This place is a nice and clean place and the workers are very friendly and helpful and make sure when they’re working on you that you aren’t in pain. When I got numbed and got my fillings I didn’t feel a THING !! I recommend going to this dental place the people that work here are AWESOME !

    – Nealonie A.

  • Great service! Been going here for 4 years & I love it. Staff & drs are very caring & compassionate. They always do follow up calls to check on me. And I highly recommend them to anyone that is looking for dental services.

    - Ben A.

  • From initial appointment to the last for my procedure, was amazing. For someone with anxiety Smile Line Dentistry is the comfort you are looking for. My DENTIST and his Assistant were what I needed. Thank you both for such Great experience. HIGHLY RECOMEND

    - Jesus C.

  • I’ve been a patient to Dr. Sidhu for almost a decade, and she’s the best! The staff and dental assistants are friendly and caring, and I highly recommend Dr. Sidhu’s practice.
    - Uma M.

  • They are the most contentious dentistry I've ever used. We moved 45 mins away and still travel back to them as there is no place better.

    - Crystal T.

  • All staff is warm and pleasant from the ladies at the front desk to their payment advisor to the doctors! A special shout out to Gazal for being understanding and reassuring during my dental treatment!! She has a pretty light hand as well which is a plus!

    -Anahi M.

  • I was looking for a new dentist near my home and asked a friend where she goes. I am so happy with the referral. The staff is so polite, friendly and supportive. I was able to get so much done and did not feel pressured. They are so honest too. My daughter was hesitant but was throughly pleased with her experience too.

    -Veronica R.

  • Amazing dentist office. Everyone is friendly and caring. Been getting cavities done and Dr.G is very kind and caring. I have high anxiety when it comes to getting work done and Dr.G was patient with me. The dental assistant Lora was kind and great as well even helped held my hand when I was scared. Great place to go to, would definitely recommend to friends and family.

    -Crystal C.

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We are proud to provide our patients with the best in dental technology, treatment options and patient comfort. It is our pleasure to address all your questions and concerns.

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