What Are Dental Crowns and Bridges?

Many patients ask, “What exactly are crowns and bridges, and when do I need them?” Here’s a simple breakdown:

Dental Crowns: Dental crowns are durable, custom-made restorations designed to rebuild and protect teeth that are fractured, worn down, or have large, failing fillings. They help restore both the function and appearance of a tooth by reinforcing its structure and providing long-term stability. At Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness, we use the Primescan Digital Scanner to capture highly accurate digital images, eliminating the need for traditional impressions. We partner with a skilled local dental lab known for its craftsmanship and attention to detail, creating beautifully customized crowns that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth for a stunning, long-lasting result.

Dental Bridges: A dental bridge is a fixed restoration designed to replace one or more missing teeth by “bridging” the gap with a natural-looking prosthetic. Anchored securely to neighboring teeth or dental implants, bridges restore both the function and appearance of your smile, helping you chew, speak, and smile with confidence. At Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness, Dr. Altig will carefully evaluate your oral health to determine if a bridge is the right solution for you. Using advanced 3D scanning and digital impressions, we ensure a precise, comfortable fit and a beautifully blended result that looks and feels natural.
teeth or implants, ensuring stability and functionality. Forest Ridge creates seamless, long-lasting results with 3D Scanners and Digital Impressions.

Why Consider Dental Crowns or Bridges?

Neglecting damaged or missing teeth often leads to further complications. Here are some reasons why crowns and bridges might be the perfect solution for you:

Protect Weak or Damaged Teeth: Crowns shield cracked or decayed teeth, preventing further damage or fracture.
Restore Functionality: With a bridge, chewing and speaking feel natural after losing one or more teeth.
Improve Aesthetics: Crowns and bridges are crafted to match the color and shape of your natural teeth, enhancing the appearance of your smile.
Preserve Alignment: A missing tooth can cause surrounding teeth to shift, leading to bite issues. Bridges prevent this from happening.
Boost Confidence: A complete, healthy smile can work wonders for your confidence and quality of life.

What to Expect During the Procedure

At Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness, your comfort and care are our priorities. Here’s a step-by-step guide to what you can expect when getting dental crowns or bridges at our office in Cameron Park.

Consultation and Planning: During your initial visit, Dr. Altig will evaluate your dental health and discuss your options. We’ll comprehensively view your oral health using tools like CBCT Scanners and Digital X-rays.
Preparation: For crowns, we will reshape the damaged tooth to accommodate the crown. For bridges, we will prepare the adjacent teeth as anchors.
Digital Impressions and Customization: Say goodbye to messy molds! Our practice uses iTero Digital Scanners to take accurate digital impressions, ensuring a perfect fit for your restoration.
Placement: Once fabricated, your crown or bridge is securely bonded. With Pearl AI Technology, we ensure a flawless fit and look.

Aftercare and Maintenance

Proper care is key to extending the life of your crown or bridge. Here’s how to keep them in top shape:

Brush and floss daily, paying special attention to the area around your restoration.
Avoid biting down on hard objects like ice or pens.
Schedule regular check-ups with us to ensure lasting results.

Why Choose Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness?

At Forest Ridge, dental care should be more than just a procedure; it should be an experience. Here’s what sets us apart for Dental Crowns and Bridges in Cameron Park:

Cutting-Edge Technology: We use industry-leading tools, such as the 3D Imaging System, Digital Scanner, and Panoramic X-rays, to deliver precision and efficiency.
Patient Comfort: Your comfort matters to us. We offer a Comfort Menu with options like aromatherapy, blankets, pillows, headphones, and stress balls.
Flexible Financing: We know quality care is an investment. We offer budget-friendly financing options, including CareCredit, Cherry, and Proceed, so you can start your treatment without financial stress.
Comprehensive Amenities: Every visit, from free Wi-Fi and snacks to warm towels and goodie bags, is designed to make you feel at ease.

Dental Crowns and Bridges in Cameron Park

When it comes to Dental Crowns and Bridges in Cameron Park, Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness is the top choice for a reason. Our blend of advanced technology, personalized care, and affordable financing ensures you’ll leave our office with a confident, healthier smile.

Please schedule a consultation today!

Linda O

The Forest Ridge Dental Health and Wellness office has made my experiences with all my issues with my teeth a great success. Dr. Altig is such a caring person who makes sure whatever is going on with the work he’s performing is explained during the procedure. I know exactly what he’s doing step by step. He is, by far, the best dentist I’ve had. Everyone in the office is really professional and makes me feel comfortable about coming in for my checkups and cleanings throughout the year. I highly recommend this office for any dental issues that need attention. Dr Altig and his staff will take good care of you and give you excellent results with whatever treatment you need just like they have taken care of me.

Jack W

I'd like to Thank Dr. Altig and ALL the Girls, his team, for an awesome job on working on my new SMILE. Dr Altig is Great, he and all the Girls talk to you explaining everything there doing or going to do to give you that Special Touch. Thank You and God Bless You All at Forest Ridge Dental.

Lisa M

A Heartfelt Thank you to Dr. Altig and the Forest Ridge Dental Group Team.❤️ I want to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Altig and his incredible team at Forest Ridge Dental Group for the full mouth restoration they provided me. As a 74 year old with fragile. fractured teeth, I had consulted multiple dentists before finding Dr. Altig. Some suggested only patchwork……fixing teeth as they broke, while others told me there wasn’t much they could do. A few provided estimates so high that I resigned myself to struggling with my teeth for the rest of my life. I told myself, “Why invest in extensive dental work at my age?” That all changed when I was introduced to the new owners at Forest Ridge Dental Group, a family owned practice. During my comprehensive checkup and consultation with Dr. Altig, he not only assured me that he could give me a smile I could be proud of, he was truly excited about designing the perfect teeth for me. The next thing Dr. Altig asked me was if I suffered from dental anxiety. He said that is very common, mostly due to past traumatic dental experiences. I told him that, in fact, I did have severe anxiety. Dr. Altig told me that he has several different methods he can choose from to alleviate a patient’s anxiety, depending on their individual needs. He chose conscious sedation for me, which I had never had before! Well, what I have to say about that is that I will Never have any dental work done again without it. It was the most relaxing, enjoyable experience I’ve ever had! The entire team at Forest Ridge is quite professional, very supportive and incredibly kind. They all played a huge role in my journey, and I cannot thank them enough for their skill, dedication and encouragement every step of the way. To my fellow seniors: Please know that it is Never too late to get your beautiful smile back! Don’t let past discouragement Or financial concerns stop you. If other dentists have told you that nothing can be done, or if you’ve hesitated to invest in your dental health, please know that Forest Ridge will work with you to create an affordable plan that will fit your budget. Scheduling an appointment with Dr. Altig at Forest Ridge Dental Group was the Best decision I have ever made. My dream of a beautiful smile became a Reality, and it has truly changed my life. I will be forever grateful. Thank you, Dr. Altig, and your talented, caring team.❤️

Michele m

The staff is ***AMAZING!!!*** They are always so nice and friendly; and so helpful. They do great work! My 90 year old mother (who has dementia) has needed dental work and the staff is wonderful with her. Dr Altig is friendly, charming, and knowledgeable. The staff is friendly and helpful with any questions. I recommend Forest Ridge Dental, they see you, they care about patient wellbeing.

Tyler L

If I was able to give Forest Ridge 10 stars I would. I was working with a very tight schedule before moving across the country and needed quite a bit of work done in a very short amount of time. Not only was Dr. Altig and his amazing staff able to accommodate my extremely busy schedule they did so with the compassion and professionalism as if I had been a patient there for years. Every single staff member I interacted with went above and beyond to ensure I was comfortable and able to get all the procedures I needed done. I cannot thank them enough for it. Special note: They also accept care credit which was a huge upside for me so I didn’t have to pay up front as it was one of my biggest concerns. I highly, highly recommend Forest Ridge Dental, my only regret is not going to them sooner.

Carol a

From the moment I walked into the office I felt very comfortable. Dr. Altig and all of his staff were amazing. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. I would highly recommend Dr. Altig. I was looking for a new dentist and Dr. Altig is now my Dentist. Thanks to Dr. Altig and his wonderful staff for such an excellent first time visit.

William G

The visit went great. All of the contact with the staff was helpful and friendly. Questions were answered fully and promptly.

Seli M

I am so grateful for the wonderful care I received from Nikki during my recent visit! She was so gentle, patient, and truly caring throughout the whole cleaning. I felt completely at ease, and she made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her patients and takes the time to give them the best care. Not only is she amazing at what she does, but her sense of humor and kindness make the whole experience fun! :)

Kristin E

The staff has been BEYOND meeting my expectations! They have been able to help me through a very deep seeded phobia with dental issues, to the point of barely feeling injections! This will always be my home when it comes to a dental provider ❣️

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