Blog - Dental Crowns and Bridges

Updated June 15, 2025

Losing a tooth can make you feel like part of yourself is missing, and gaps in your smile can affect the way you speak, your ability to eat your favorite foods, and your self-confidence. But you don’t have to live with gaps in your smile.

At West Creek Dental, we understand how important it is to replace your ...

Have you recently gotten a new dental crown? You're probably enjoying how it improves your smile and makes it easier to chew comfortably and eat the foods you love.  

While dental crowns in Austin, TX, are durable and relatively maintenance-free, there are steps you can and should take to protect them. Tooth restorations like crowns are not inexpensive, and you ...

Your dental bridge in Austin, TX, can last up to a decade and sometimes longer. However, prosthetic and restoration longevity depends on many factors, making it difficult to pinpoint exactly how long yours might last. For example, taking excellent care of your teeth and gums can contribute to bridge and restoration longevity.

Also, bad habits like chewing ice can compromise your ...

Dental crowns and bridges can be used to restore and replace teeth. If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, your dentist may recommend a dental crown to help protect that tooth. If you are missing teeth, your dentist may recommend a dental bridge, which is placed in the gap where your teeth are missing.

Dental bridges are often used alongside ...