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Crowns & Bridgework

Dental Services

C.R.

Wow, my dental appointments were actually looked at as a pleasant experience, since Dr. Leach and his staff are so capable and sincere – and there was no discomfort as one usually expects.

C.R.

K.S.

Dr. Leach and his staff accommodated me on short notice to help fix my chipped tooth. The tooth looks GREAT! Dr. Leach uses the latest techniques in dentistry and I am extremely happy to call him my dentist.

K.S.

Traci S.

Thank you for everything leading up to and the day of my visit for Bioclear. I’m so happy with the results from the procedure and I appreciate all of the information everyone provided during the process. Thanks so much to you, Dr. Leach, for investing your time and talents in making this procedure available in our state. I’m very grateful for all of the kindness and care everyone gave to me. The office visits, phone conversations, and really all of my interactions with your office were very positive and put me at ease. Thank you so much for all that you all do!

Traci S.

J.M.

Dr. Leach did a magnificent job on my teeth. He did some bonding to fill in some spaces and my teeth look just perfect. I am completely happy with the great job he did! He also did the work with no discomfort whatsoever and without even numbing. I was very comfortable the whole time.

J.M.

K.H.

My family and I have been a client of Dr. Steven Leach for 13 years. He has been a very positive influence concerning oral health. After consulting with Dr. Leach concerning a very crooked front tooth, he advised me and we came to the conclusion that we need to crown the teeth. His staff was encouraging, very kind and helpful with the decisions that needed to be made. Dr. Leach took great care to make sure that everything went according to plan. When it was time to fit the new teeth he was meticulous and the outcome was beyond my wildest hopes. For the first time I had a smile that I could really be proud of. Dr. Leach’s expertise, his excellent staff, and the lab made what could have been a harrowing experience a very enjoyable one.
Thank you Dr. Leach, “She said with a smile”!

K.H.

P.K.

Thank you all for your great service, kind care, and sweet attitudes. I love being your patient, blessings!

P.K.

D.D.

After recent orthodontic treatment I ended up with black triangles between my lower front teeth. After doing some research online, I found out that Dr. Leach was a certified Bioclear Doctor. I drove 7 hours to have him treat my lower black triangles. I am beyond happy with the job he did! So worth the trip! Thank you so much for the beautiful outcome and the stress free and pain free experience!

D.D.

Stephanie R.

Today I have a smile I am confident in. I chose Bioclear because it does not damage the teeth and it can be done in one appointment. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Leach and his staff. He listened to me and customized the treatment to my liking.

Stephanie R.

Katie W.

Dear Dr. Leach,  I just wanted to tell you thank you for my beautiful veneers! I love them and get compliments on them all the time. Thank you again!

Katie W.

At Steven Leach Dental, dentistry isn’t just science… it’s also ART.

A great example of this artistry at work is a dental crown. A dental crown is a “cap” or covering applied to a damaged, decayed or otherwise unattractive tooth. When used in conjunction with dental bridgework, a crown can replace an entire tooth!

Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and Bridges

Unlike a dental veneer, which only covers a tooth’s front surface (and needs natural tooth material to support it) a crown covers a tooth completely above the gumline. If a tooth is missing significant structure above the gum, Dr. Leach recommends a crown as the restoration of choice.

Crowns strengthen damaged teeth. This allow teeth to function normally again. Crafted from modern, high-tech porcelain, a crown is virtually indistinguishable from the natural tooth, and can be used to improv the tooth’s original appearance.

At Steven Leach Dental, we have a variety of materials to build your crowns. In addition to the standard porcelain crown, Dr. Leach can use gold (for durability). PFM (Porcelain Fused to Metal), which combine a stong metal interior with a natural porceiln esterior, or a porcelain/zirconia crown, which is the strongest ceramic available. Dr. Leach is always happy to discuss the best options for your specific need.

Crowning or Capping a Tooth

Crowning or capping a tooth usually takes two or three visits. During the initial visit, the tooth is prepped for its crown. The first step in that process is shaping the tooth to fit inside its new shell. This involves some drilling (Dr. Leach will numb the tooth and surrounding area). If the tooth requires building up (as opposed to filed down) Dr. Leach will add filling material to support the new crown.

After preparation, Dr. Leach will take an impression of your teeth. At Steven Leach Dental, we can do digital impressions, or the tried and true putty impression. From there, the impressions go to the lab where they build models of your teeth. The lab technicians will use those models to design a great-fitting crown.

Before you leave that first visit, Dr. Leach will attach a temporary crown to protect the tooth while the lab builds your permanent crown. That permanent crown will be installed on your next visit. Dr. Leach will use a resin or cement to permanently attach the crown.

Dental Crowning

Creating a Bridge

Crowns can also create a life-like replacement for a missing tooth. This is done via bridgework. Bridgework spans the space left by the missing tooth, and requires at least three crowns to keep it firmly in place. Two of these crowns will cover healthy teeth to either side of the missing tooth. These are called “abutment teeth.” They support the third crown, which is referred to as a “pontic.” If more that one tooth is missing, bridgework will require additional crowns between the abutment teeth.

Caring for Your Crowns & Bridgework

Crowns and bridgework require the same care as your natural teeth. Be sure to brush and floss between all of your teeth — restored and natural — every day. When you have crowns, it is even more important to maintain your regular schedule of cleanings at Steven Leach Dental. Avoid using your teeth as tools (to open packages, for example). If you have a grinding habit, consider a nightguard to protect your teeth and your investment.

Dental Bridges