Experience faster, smarter crowns and bridges at Home Of Dentistry with digital scanning, in-house design, and same-day 3D-printed restorations.
If you’ve ever needed a crown or had a missing tooth that required a bridge, you probably remember the old routine: multiple appointments, gooey impressions, temporary restorations, and a long wait while your final piece made its way back from the dental lab. It worked, but it wasn’t exactly convenient.
Today, dentistry looks very different.
At Home Of Dentistry, we’ve embraced digital technology that lets us design and create custom crowns and bridges right here in our clinic. That means you get a stronger, better-fitting restoration in far less time, sometimes even the same day.
Let’s dive into how this new approach works and why more patients are choosing crowns and bridges made with digital precision.
Crowns & Bridges 101: What They Are and Why You Might Need One
Crowns and bridges are two of the most common restorative treatments, but they’re often misunderstood. Here’s the simplest way to tell them apart:
Crowns: When You Need to Strengthen a Tooth
Think of a crown like a protective cover that restores a tooth that’s damaged but still worth saving. You may need a crown if:
– A tooth has a large cavity
– You’ve fractured or chipped a tooth
– You’ve had a root canal
– A filling is failing
– You want to improve the look of a tooth
Crowns are not just for adults. Children and teens sometimes need them too, especially after injuries or when a tooth is too weak to last without protection.
Bridges: When You Want to Replace a Missing Tooth
A bridge does exactly what it sounds like, it fills the gap left by a missing tooth using an artificial tooth supported by crowns on either side.
A bridge can help:
– Restore your smile and confidence
– Prevent neighbouring teeth from shifting
– Make chewing and speaking easier
– Maintain the natural shape of your face
Both crowns and bridges are designed to mimic natural teeth in strength, shape, and appearance.
Why We’ve Gone Fully Digital (And Why You’ll Love It)
The way crowns and bridges used to be made was effective but slow. Traditional impressions were uncomfortable, and relying on outside labs often meant weeks of waiting and multiple visits.
Our digital workflow has changed all of that.
Digital Scans Instead of Impressions
We use a handheld digital scanner to capture a 3D model of your teeth, no trays, no putty, no gagging.
Exocad Digital Design
Rather than shaping restorations by hand, we design your crown or bridge on-screen with Exocad software. This gives us incredibly accurate control over the fit, bite, and appearance.
In-House 3D Printing
Once the design is ready, we print your restoration right inside our clinic using SprintRay’s advanced 3D technology. Most crowns (and many bridges) are ready the very same day.
Fewer Appointments, Less Waiting
With everything handled in-house, you get your final restoration faster, and with far fewer adjustments.
In short: You spend less time in the dental chair and more time enjoying a healthy, complete smile.
What Your Visit Actually Looks Like
If you’re wondering how the appointment itself works, here’s a peek behind the curtain:
1. Consultation: We examine your tooth or the gap to determine whether a crown or bridge is the right choice.
2. Preparation: For crowns, the tooth is shaped so the new restoration can fit comfortably. For bridges, the neighbouring teeth are prepared as anchors.
3. Quick Digital Scan: A few minutes with our scanner gives us a perfect 3D map of your teeth.
4. Custom Digital Design: We create your crown or bridge digitally, ensuring it matches your natural bite and blends with your smile.
5. Printing & Placement: Your restoration is printed in-house, often in just hours. We check the fit, make minor adjustments if needed, and bond it into place.
Many patients walk out with their finished crown that same day. Bridges may require slightly more time, but the turnaround is still dramatically faster than traditional methods.
Aftercare, Costs & What to Expect Long-Term
A well-made crown or bridge can last many years with good care. We usually recommend:
– Brushing twice daily
– Flossing daily (especially under the bridge with a floss threader)
– Regular dental cleanings and check-ups
Costs vary depending on the type of restoration and materials used, but we always provide a personalized estimate. Most insurance plans offer partial or full coverage for crowns and bridges, we can help you understand what your plan includes.
Smarter Restorations Start Here
If you’ve been avoiding treatment because you dread the traditional crown or bridge process, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how much easier it is now. With our digital workflow, from scanning to designing to printing, you can enjoy a faster, more comfortable, and more precise experience.
Ready to restore your smile without the wait?
Book your consultation at Home Of Dentistry and discover a modern, efficient approach to crowns and bridges, crafted for beauty, built for strength, and designed right here in our clinic.