Smile Gallery: Porcelain Crowns and Bridges

Our patient came to us because she was tired of her chipped teeth and discolored smile. Her previous attempts to whiten with over the counter products were unsuccessful. For her case, a porcelain makeover was a great option that would address both her issues. Using ultrathin porcelain veneers and all porcelain crowns we were able to transform her teeth and give her a more youthful smile.

If you’ve ever seen teeth with a dark line at the gum line then chances are that person has what’s called a PFM crown (Porcelain-fused-to-metal). PFM crowns are the hallmark of dental crowns. They’ve been around for ages and they are a wonderful service to our patients. However, when used in the front of the smile, over time the gums can recede exposing a dark metal collar. This patient came to us because she was tired of looking her opaque crowns and dark lines on her front teeth. She was also displeased with the way her front teeth protruded out. The...