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Living with missing teeth or a tooth that is broken or damaged can impact your smile as well as your ability to chew and speak properly. The good news is that at Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics, we offer solutions to restore your damaged smile.

Teeth that are too damaged for a dental filling can often be saved with a crown. If you have missing teeth, filling in the open space with a dental bridge can protect the health of your remaining teeth. In addition, you will be able to chew again comfortably, and you will no longer have to feel self-conscious. But aside from aesthetics, a dental crown or bridge placed at our Aurora, CO dental office can give you back the form and function of your teeth.

Custom Treatment Plans for Your Best Oral Health

Protect your remaining teeth by taking care of damaged or missing teeth with a restoration such as a dental crown or bridge. Contact Dr. Chen and Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics to see whether or not you need a dental crown or bridge to repair your missing or damaged teeth.

How Aging Affects Your Teeth
Dental Crowns for Broken Teeth
E4D Dental Crowns in Just One Day
Benefits of E4D Same-Day Dental Crowns
Dental Bridges Replace Missing Teeth
We’ll Plan Your Dental Treatment at Your Pace

How Aging Affects Your Teeth

girl at the dentist in aurora colorado You may already take good care of your oral health but still find yourself dealing with more complicated dental problems as you get older. The fact is that, like the rest of your body, your teeth are subject to the effects of aging.

Worn or Broken Teeth

Normal tooth wear is a result of occlusal (bite) activity. Over time, our teeth interact with each other through biting and chewing, and surface enamel gradually wears away. But if you clench or grind your teeth, you’re putting abnormal stress on the surfaces of your teeth which wears them down even faster.

At Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics, Dr. John Chen works with patients all the time who are dealing with worn or broken teeth. Dental crowns at our Aurora, CO dental office restore the strength and beauty of your teeth so you can smile confidently again.

Missing Teeth

Tooth loss is another problem that can occur as we age. If you want to replace missing teeth, we offer several options, including dental bridges, full and partial dentures, and dental implants. These are all excellent tooth replacement options, and Dr. Chen will consult with you throughout the process to make sure the results we achieve exceed your expectations.

If you’re dealing with the effects of aging and have worn, broken, or missing teeth, please call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chen.

Dental Crowns for Broken Teeth

A dental crown fits over a tooth like a cap, strengthening the structure and saving the tooth. Once the crown has been cemented into place permanently, and it blends in perfectly with adjacent teeth and looks completely natural. The dental crown also protects the tooth against additional damage.

Dental crowns can also be used cosmetically to improve the appearance of teeth that are worn, misshapen, or discolored. Dental crowns are also used on teeth adjacent to a gap in your smile to hold a dental bridge in place.

Some people have fillings that are so large, much of the tooth structure has been drilled away. Over time, these fillings start to weaken and fracture. Since not enough of the tooth is left to replace the filling, a crown is usually optimal treatment.

If you have broken or decayed teeth and think you might need a dental crown in Aurora, CO, please call Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics. Dr. Chen will be happy to evaluate your needs, explain his treatment recommendations, and help you decide if a dental crown is right for your needs.

E4D Dental Crowns in Just One Day

image of a dental crown in aurora co If a porcelain crown or onlay is the right restoration for you, it is possible to have your crown done the same day. This may save you an extra trip to the dentist, but we will still need at least two and a half hours of your time. Please let our front office know before scheduling for a same-day dental crown so that time is set aside to complete your procedure.

Dr. Chen is pleased to offer his patients E4D technology, a crown made right here in our office in that looks completely natural. Other advantages for patients include that the crown can be made in just one trip to the dentist and without the goopy impressions needed for traditional dental crowns.

If you’re in a hurry or just don’t want to wait weeks for your new restoration, call us to schedule your same-day dental crown appointment at our Aurora, CO dental office.

Benefits of E4D Same-Day Dental Crowns

Instead, Dr. Chen will take a digital impression of your tooth using a digital camera. Your crown is also designed digitally with the E4D's three-dimensional software.

A model of the dental crown is made and adjusted as needed with E4D’s three-dimensional software. Once we finalize the dental crown, the onsite milling unit receives the specifications and creates a perfectly fitting crown.

You will leave our office on the same day with your beautiful new crown securely in place. Want to learn more about same-day dental crowns at our Aurora, CO dental office? Please call us at (303) 627-5755 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chen.

Dental Bridges Replace Missing Teeth

If you are missing one tooth or multiple adjacent teeth, Dr. Chen might recommend a bridge to fill in the space left behind. The bridge, which will attach to dental implants or to crowns placed on either side of the area where teeth are missing, will look very much like your natural teeth.

If you opt not to replace your missing teeth, you put the healthy teeth in your mouth at risk. They will likely start to shift to fill in the empty space, which can impact your bite and lead to more tooth loss.

Dental bridges are an excellent solution to replace missing teeth, but we like to give our patients options. We also offer dental implants, full and partial dentures, and implant dentures. Please call our Aurora dental office to see which tooth replacement is right for you.

We’ll Plan Your Dental Treatment at Your Pace

dentist in aurora Since we customize your treatment specifically for your unique needs, we can proceed at whatever pace is comfortable for you. If you need extensive dental work and have financial considerations, we will plan your treatment over time so you can budget accordingly.

In this way, we take the stress out of your dental treatment. You’ll have confidence knowing you’re on track to get back your healthy smile in a practical way that fits all your needs.

We proudly serve patients in southern Aurora, Parker, and Centennial. Call Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics, and we’ll work with you to make your dream smile a reality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a chipped or broken tooth a dental emergency?

Depending on the severity of the break, yes.

Chipped teeth and broken teeth are common dental emergencies in Aurora, CO, and many of these injuries require immediate attention and care.

If you break a tooth and can find the broken or chipped pieces, it’s a good idea to gently pick them up, place them in a clean bag or container, and bring them with you to your emergency visit. Our emergency dentist can often repair a broken tooth using dental bonding or a filling, and it’s sometimes helpful to have the original pieces of the tooth on hand.

Substantial tooth breaks are usually painful, so if you’ve cracked your tooth or broken a large piece of it away from your smile, you can expect the area to be sensitive. If you schedule an emergency dental appointment with us, our first goal when treating you will be to get you out of pain.

Sometimes, however, minor tooth chips are not dental emergencies. You can break a tiny piece of your tooth without even realizing it, or you may sustain a chip that is painless, small, and can wait until the next business day for treatment.

For example, it’s common to chip a tooth while taking a sip of water and bumping your tooth on your glass—but if you’re not in pain and don’t want to travel to our dental office right away, we can schedule a non-emergent visit with our 80016 dentist.

Can I have my crown done the same day?

In most cases, yes.

If a porcelain crown or onlay is the right restoration for you, it is possible to have your crown done the same day. This may save you an extra trip to the dentist, but we will still need at least two and a half hours of your time. Please let our front office know before scheduling for a same-day crown so that time is set aside to complete your procedure.

Same-Day Crowns

At our office, we are happy to offer our patients E4D technology, which makes getting a crown easier and more convenient than ever. The E4D crown is made in-office and looks completely natural.

One of the things about the E4D crown that patients appreciate the most is that not only are the crowns made with just one trip to the dentist, but patients can get a crown without the uncomfortable goopy impressions needed for traditional dental crowns. Instead, Dr. Chen will make an optical impression of your tooth using a digital camera. Your crown is digitally designed with the E4D's three-dimensional software.

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Once the crown is designed, the data is sent to the onsite milling unit where the restoration is fabricated in minutes. Please call us with any more questions you might have.

How are crowns and bridges placed?

Enjoying the full functional and aesthetic benefits that dental crowns and bridges can provide begins with proper, meticulous placement. Here's a brief overview of the process by which each of these solutions is placed in a patient’s mouth:

The process of placing a dental crown

After preparing the tooth by removing damaged portions, your dentist will take impressions of the remaining tooth so that a crown can be custom-made. These impressions are then sent to a dental laboratory, where the crown is custom-crafted. Once the personalized crown is ready (usually a week or two), your dentist securely bonds it to the tooth using dental cement. Once the crown is confirmed to be properly placed, the cement is allowed to dry, and function and aesthetics are restored!

Installing dental bridges

The first step in creating a dental bridge is preparing the adjacent teeth to support the new prosthetic. As with crowns, impressions are taken to aid in custom-crafting a bridge that fits seamlessly into the gap in a patient’s mouth. Once the bridge is ready, it is securely affixed, or “anchored” to the prepared adjacent teeth.

Perfectly placed dental crowns and bridges in Aurora, CO

If you're in Aurora and looking for a dental practice with the experience and expertise to ensure that your teeth are properly prepared for dental prosthetics and that those prosthetics are meticulously the first time, every time, contact dentist Dr. John Chen and the Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry & Prosthodontics team to schedule a consultation!

How long do crowns and bridges last?

When considering dental prosthetics, a solution’s durability and longevity sit alongside aesthetics as key determinants. Let’s look at dental crowns and bridges to better understand each restorative solution’s durability.

The Longevity of Dental Crowns

Crafted from materials like porcelain or ceramic, dental crowns boast impressive durability. With proper care, including proper oral hygiene practices and regular dental checkups, crowns can be expected to last for a decade or more. It’s worth noting, however, that an individual’s oral health, lifestyle habits, and location in the mouth can influence a crown’s lifespan.

The Endurance of Dental Bridges

As with crowns, the lifespan of dental bridges relies on materials and maintenance. With proper care and maintenance, bridges typically last between 5 to 15 years. Routine dental visits and a commitment to oral health can play a big role in maximizing the lifespan of a dental bridge.

Whether you’re opting for a dental crown or a bridge, it’s vital to understand a dental prosthetic’s expected lifespan and the steps you can take to maximize its radiance and ensure a healthy and confidence-inspiring for years to come!

Dental Crowns and Bridges in Aurora, CO

If you're in Aurora and looking for a dental practice with the experience and expertise to meet all of your cosmetic and restorative dentistry needs, including the placement of dental crowns and bridges, contact dentist Dr. John Chen and the Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry & Prosthodontics team to schedule a consultation!

How long does a dental bridge last?

A dental bridge is an excellent choice for tooth replacement. It restores your ability to eat and smile without concern. As a result, you’ll enjoy a more varied diet and easy laughter. Tooth replacement, including the dental bridge in Aurora, CO, also promotes better oral health by preventing tooth migration and bite misalignment.

A dental bridge consists of one or two artificial teeth cemented between dental crowns. The crowns fit over prepared teeth on either side of your smile gap, suspending the artificial teeth into the space. Your dentist customizes your bridge and crowns to look like your remaining teeth. Alternatively, your dentist may recommend a dental implant to secure your bridge.

As far as longevity, a dental bridge can last up to ten years or longer. To increase bridge longevity, we recommend visiting the dentist regularly and practicing excellent oral hygiene. You should also talk to your dentist if you suspect bruxism (teeth clenching and grinding).

Of course, it’s important to learn whether you’re suitable for this type of tooth replacement. Your dentist can make this determination and answer all your questions at a tooth replacement consultation.

To Learn More about the Dental Bridge, Contact Your Aurora, CO, Dentist

If you’re ready to restore your smile or have questions for our dentist, call us today.

Meet Our Doctor:

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Dr. John Chen
Prosthodontist

Dr. John Chen was born in Taiwan and spent part of his early childhood in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He moved to and grew up in the beautiful city of Vancouver, Canada. Although fine arts is one of his life passions, Dr. Chen decided against art school; instead, he studied at the University of British Columbia, where he received a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and immunology in 2003.

In 2008, Dr. Chen received his DDS degree from the University of Southern California (USC) School of Dentistry, Los Angeles. While at USC, he ...

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