Crowns & Bridges
Time-tested restorations that rebuild damaged teeth and replace missing ones — designed to look and chew like the originals.
Rebuild what's broken. Bridge what's missing.
A crown is a custom 'cap' that covers a damaged tooth — restoring its strength, shape, and appearance. We recommend crowns when a tooth has a large filling that's failing, a crack, has had a root canal, or has lost too much structure to be fixed with a simple filling.
A bridge is a series of crowns joined together that 'bridges' a gap left by one or more missing teeth, using the teeth on either side as anchors. It's a fixed (non-removable) solution that brings back chewing function and prevents surrounding teeth from drifting.
Modern materials — zirconia, lithium disilicate, layered porcelain — let us build restorations that match your natural teeth so precisely that you'll forget which one isn't original.
How we make and fit them
Digital impressions
No goopy trays. We scan your teeth digitally for a perfect-fit crown or bridge, and design the new restoration on-screen.
Tooth preparation
Under local anesthetic, we gently shape the tooth (or teeth, for a bridge) to receive the new restoration.
Temporary while it's made
We place a comfortable temporary so you can eat and smile normally while the lab crafts your permanent restoration (typically 1–2 weeks).
Bond & polish
Your final crown or bridge is fitted, bite-checked, and bonded into place. You leave chewing on it like it's been there forever.
The Lac La Biche Smiles difference.
All-porcelain options for indistinguishable front-tooth restorations
Stronger zirconia available for back-tooth chewing surfaces
Same-day options available for some cases
Direct billing — most plans cover a portion of crowns and bridges
Your questions, answered.
How long do crowns last?
Modern porcelain crowns typically last 15–25 years. With excellent home care and a nightguard if you grind, even longer.
Bridge vs. implant — which is better?
It depends on your case. Bridges are faster and don't require surgery, but they involve grinding down adjacent healthy teeth. Implants preserve neighbouring teeth and prevent bone loss. We'll talk through both with you.
Will it look like a fake tooth?
Done right, no. Modern porcelain has layered translucency that matches natural enamel. Most people who see your smile won't be able to tell.
Is the procedure painful?
The crown or bridge appointment is done under local anesthetic — you'll feel pressure but not pain. Most patients describe it as comparable to having a filling.
Ready to book your visit?
Same-day appointments, direct insurance billing, and a friendly team that puts you at ease. We can't wait to meet you.