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Dental Implants in Pawleys Island
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Experienced Dentists
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Gentle, Painless Procedures
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Long-Lasting Solutions
What is a Dental Crown and Bridge?
Before exploring your options, it's essential to understand what a crown bridge entails.
Dental Crown
A dental crown is a cap that completely covers a damaged, weakened, or decayed tooth. Crowns are often recommended for:
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Large cavities that cannot be filled
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Severely worn down or cracked teeth
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After root canal therapy
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As an anchor for a dental bridge
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To improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth. It works by anchoring artificial teeth (pontics) to the natural teeth or implants adjacent to the empty space. Bridges help to:
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Restore the ability to chew and speak properly
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Maintain the shape of your face
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Prevent adjacent teeth from shifting
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Restore your smile’s appearance and balance
Restore Your Smile with Confidence
At Winyah Dental Group, we understand that your smile is one of your most valuable assets. Our Crown Bridge Services in Pawleys Island offer a reliable and aesthetic solution.
As trusted providers of crown bridge in Pawleys Island, our experienced dental professionals use advanced technology and high-quality materials to deliver lasting restorations.
Benefits of Getting a Crown Bridge
This offers a wide range of functional and cosmetic benefits:
Enhanced Chewing Ability
Enjoy your favorite foods without discomfort or worry.
Improved Aesthetics
Get a natural-looking smile that restores your facial symmetry and boosts self-confidence.
Speech Improvement
Replace missing teeth that may impact pronunciation.
Protection for Weakened Teeth
Crowns shield damaged teeth from further decay or fracture.
Jaw and Bite Alignment
Prevent shifting of surrounding teeth, which can lead to misalignment or TMJ issues.
The Crown and Bridge Procedure: What to Expect
Our Crown Bridge Services follow a proven, patient-centric process that ensures comfort, precision, and long-term success.
Step 1: Consultation and Examination
Our dentist performs a comprehensive oral exam and takes digital X-rays to assess your dental health and determine the best treatment plan for your needs.
Step 2: Tooth Preparation
For crowns, the tooth is numbed and reshaped to accommodate the restoration. If you're getting a bridge, the adjacent teeth (abutments) are also prepared to anchor the bridge.
Step 3: Impressions and Temporary Crown
We take digital or physical impressions of your teeth, which are sent to a dental lab to custom-make your crown or bridge. In the meantime, a temporary crown is placed to protect your teeth.
Step 4: Permanent Crown or Bridge Placement
Once the final restoration is ready (usually within 2-3 weeks), we schedule your appointment. The temporary bridge has been removed, and the new crown bridge is securely cemented into place. We make any necessary adjustments to ensure a perfect fit and natural bite.
Aftercare Tips for Your Crown and Bridge
Proper care is essential to ensure the longevity of your crown bridge:
Maintain excellent oral hygiene
Brush twice a day and floss daily, especially around the bridge.
Avoid sticky or hard foods
These can dislodge or damage your restoration.
Regular dental visits
Get professional cleanings and check-ups every six months.
Use a nightguard if needed
If you grind your teeth at night, a guard can protect you from wear and tear.
Our team will give you complete post-procedure care instructions and help you schedule routine maintenance visits.
Restore Your Smile with a Crown Bridge in Pawleys Island?
If you're struggling with a damaged or missing tooth, don’t wait for it to impact your health or confidence. Discover the transformative benefits of our Crown Bridge Services in Pawleys Island today. We make the process comfortable, affordable, and effective. With custom-fit crowns and bridges, your smile can feel whole again.
Why Choose Winyah Dental Group
for Crown Bridge Services?
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Advanced Digital Imaging
We use modern diagnostic tools for precision planning and custom crown bridge design.
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On-Site Temporary Crowns
We provide same-day temporary crowns for comfort while your permanent one is crafted.
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Multiple Convenient Locations
With locations in Pawleys Island and Georgetown, we’re easy to reach for your care.
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How are All-on-four Dental Implants different from dentures?As opposed to dentures, All-On-Four Dental Implants are a permanent set of teeth that look and feel natural, which means: 1. They are permanent teeth that look and feel like natural teeth 2. They are stable, allowing you to bite with increased force – allowing you to eat all of your favorite foods once again 3. No more discomfort, as they don’t press down on your gums like dentures do 4. They allow you to taste and experience your food, as you no longer have to worry about slipping 5. The presence of the implants in the jaw stimulates the bone, thus preventing further bone deterioration 7. No more gagging 8. No more nightly removal and cleaning 9. No more messy, sticky adhesives!
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How do All-On-Four Dental Implants compare to traditional implants?The All-On-four procedure utilizes only 4 implants to replace all teeth on an upper arch, whereas traditional implants utilize anywhere from 5 to 8 implants in one arch. The angled placement of the posterior implants of the All-On-4 procedure allow for increased support by using the natural support of your bone. Also, traditional implants often require bone grafting, a process that can take 6 months or more. The All-On-4 Dental protocol requires no bone grafting for most patients, with a success rate that is equal to or better than traditional implants. The All-on-four procedure can save you from unnecessary surgery and discomfort, as well as time and money!
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How do I know if I’m a candidate for All-on-four?We utilize cutting-edge 3D imaging techniques to expertly assess which treatment option(s) will be right for you. Using the 3D image of your jaw, we evaluate bone quality, volume & quantity. Virtually 95% of patients, with or without teeth, are candidates for the All-on-4 procedure. We also perform virtual surgery before you are in the chair – meaning you will be able to see your results before the surgery, and each pre-planned step will be executed with the utmost precision.
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How is our All-on-4 different?We use computer guided planning & we perform computer guided surgery, all before your procedure. This allows the highest level of precision, saves you time in the chair, and allows for your teeth to be pre-manufactured. In other words, there will be no need for a lab & no wait after your procedure; you will leave with your new teeth on that very same visit. This technique can be used for both patients with a few teeth remaining or patients with all teeth missing. What’s more, with our prefabrication method, we are able to include a hidden metal framework in your bridge, making your new teeth much stronger and longer-lasting. If we find it necessary (due to lack of bone quality or quantity), we will use 6 or 8 implants instead of 4, to ensure the strength and longevity of your new teeth.
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Will people be able to see the line between the fixed bridge and the jaw bone?Our method eliminates this line in most patients. As part of your initial examination, we evaluate your smile to determine where the junction of the fixed bridge and the jaw bone will be. During the All-on-4 procedure, we make adjustments to ensure that your new smile is not too “gummy” and that the edge of your bridge is completely hidden.
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Do you always use four implants?Most of the time, 4 implants are used. If we find it to be necessary after accessing the specific situation, we will use 6 or 8 implants to ensure the strength and longevity of your new teeth. To read more about the situations in which each procedure would be needed, click here. We will perform the procedure that is best for your specific needs in order to provide you with the longest lasting, premium teeth.
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Why don’t all dentists use the All-on-4 Procedure?The All-on-4 technique is fairly new, and not all dentists are comfortable performing this procedure. The Advanced Periodontics team are All-on-4 specialists, and have been performing the procedure since it became available. Other more traditional treatments can sometimes be a viable option as well. In some cases, All-on-4 is a better treatment option. When you come in for a consultation, we evaluate your condition and make a custom diagnosis to see what option/method is the best treatment for you.
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Does All-on-4 hurt?The All-on-4 surgery is virtually painless. After the numbness wears off, the patient will experience a little swelling and soreness that will last a few days. Many patients return to their normal routine (work, etc.) 1-2 days after their surgery. This time is needed not because of pain, but because they need to adjust to the presence of their new teeth, as it may slightly affect their speech.
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What about my post-surgery diet?Because of the hidden metal framework that we are able to include in our prefabrication process, your new teeth will be strong and stable. You will be able to eat most foods right away except for hard, brittle or chewy foods. You will be able to return to a regular diet within 6-10 weeks.
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I was told I would need bone grafting to “build up” the bone before any implants could be placed. Does the All-on-4 Procedure involve bone grafting?In the majority of cases, we are able to place 4 implants and restore a full arch of teeth without bone grafting. We use computer guided techniques, which allow us to plan the exact placement of each implant at an angle to make maximum use of the existing bone, avoiding bone grafting.
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How long does an All-on-4 Procedure take?After your initial consultation and diagnostic procedures (CT scan, etc.), your implants and new teeth will be placed all in one appointment, even if you need extractions. With All-on-4, you arrive at our office with bad (or no) teeth, and leave the very same day with a beautiful set of fixed, functional teeth.
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What is the success rate of the All-on-4 Procedure?Published studies show a 98.2% success rate when using the All-on-4 technique in the lower jaw. Other studies show a 97- 98% success in the upper jaw for the same procedure. Occasionally, an implant will fail. Knowing this, we carefully evaluate bone quality and quantity prior to your procedure, and will place six implants if we feel it is a necessary precaution, making our success rate even higher.
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What is the cost of an All-On-4 Procedure?The cost of an All-On-4 Procedure varies from patient to patient. We offer a complimentary consultation to evaluate the patient in order to give them a better idea of the total cost. Payment plans can be set up, interest free. All-On-4 is an investment that will leave you with a beautiful, new smile for the rest of your life!
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What type of fillings do you offer?We offer Gold, Silver (Amalgams), and Tooth Colored Composites.
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What are the benefits of a gold filling?Gold fillings will last longer because it's a stronger material.
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What are the benefits of a silver (amalgam) filling?Silver fillings are typically less expensive than gold and they tend to last longer than composite fillings because of the durability.
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What are the benefits of a tooth colored composite filling?The tooth colored composite fillling not only bonds to the tooth structure offering additional support but they blend with the color of your teeth giving a more natural apperance.