Blog - Dental Crowns and Bridges

Do you wish you had more time to spend with your friends and family? If so, you’re in excellent company. One study found that as many as eight in ten working adults wished for more time, whether or not they had kids. This dispels the notion among many parents that single people have so much extra time. We all feel ...

What Are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are a type of dental restoration that restores and stabilizes a weakened and damaged tooth so that it can retain its bite function and appearance. Dr. Gentry permanently bonds them over the tooth to protect it from decay, infection, and further cracks. Dental crowns are like helmets that cover all surfaces of the tooth down ...

When choosing the best option to replace your missing tooth, it’s a great idea to gather all of the facts. Dental bridges are one of the most popular choices to restore the appearance and function of your teeth. When considering a dental bridge at our Southpark, NC dental office, here are a few advantages and disadvantages to consider.

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Your monthly luncheon out with friends quickly took a turn for the worse when you bit into your sandwich and felt movement from your dental crown. While it's still hanging on, it has come loose, and you're not sure what to do next!

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While a loose crown may not require immediate attention from your dentist, it will ...

When was the last time you had a dental crown? You might remember because it took a while to get your completed restoration. You had to take time out of your busy schedule to visit your dentist for two long appointments, and then you waited for 2 to 3 weeks for the dental laboratory to complete your crown. How could ...