Crowns & Bridges in Charlotte, NC
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Enjoy a Stronger, Healthier Smile in Charlotte, NC
Ascend Dentistry understands the importance of a healthy, complete smile. Whether you're dealing with damaged teeth or missing one or more teeth, our crowns and bridges offer durable, natural-looking solutions designed to restore your smile's appearance and functionality. Book you consultation today to get started!
Understanding the Need for a Dental Crown
A dental crown is essentially a cap placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. You might need a crown if you have:
- A Damaged or Weak Tooth: Teeth that are cracked, worn down, or otherwise weakened by decay or large fillings can be protected and restored with a crown.
- Aesthetic Improvements: Crowns can also be used to improve the appearance of discolored or poorly shaped teeth, enhancing your smile’s overall look.
- After Root Canal Therapy: Following root canal treatment, a crown is often needed to protect the restored tooth.
- Dental Implants: Crowns are used to cover dental implants, providing a functional and aesthetic replacement for missing teeth.
Understanding the Need for a Dental Bridge
A bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth, spanning the space where the teeth are missing. Bridges are anchored on either side by crowns on existing teeth or implants. You might need a bridge if you:
- Have Missing Teeth: Bridges help restore your smile if you’ve lost one or more teeth, preventing the remaining teeth from shifting out of position.
- Want to Restore Chewing and Speaking Ability: Missing teeth can make it difficult to chew and speak clearly. A bridge can help restore these functions.
- Desire a Permanent Solution: Unlike removable dentures, bridges are fixed and offer a more stable and comfortable solution for missing teeth.
The Benefits of a Dental Crown or Bridge
Crowns and bridges are cornerstone treatments in restorative dentistry, offering both aesthetic and functional benefits:
- Restore Damaged Teeth: Crowns are ideal for protecting and restoring a tooth that has been damaged by decay, wear, or injury, bringing back its strength and appearance.
- Replace Missing Teeth: Bridges effectively fill the gap left by one or more missing teeth, helping to restore your smile and prevent the shifting of remaining teeth.
- Enhance Smile Aesthetics: Crafted from materials that mimic the translucency of natural teeth, crowns and bridges improves the overall look of your smile.
- Improve Oral Functionality: Restoring or replacing teeth with crowns and bridges allows for better chewing and speaking, contributing to overall oral health.
Getting Your Crown or Bridge
Initial Consultation
Your journey to a restored smile begins with a comprehensive consultation. Here, we discuss your dental history, examine your oral health, and outline your treatment options. This is also a great opportunity for you to express any concerns or preferences you have.
Customized Treatment Planning
Based on your consultation, we'll create a customized treatment plan that aligns with your oral health goals and lifestyle. Our use of advanced imaging and planning tools ensures that your crowns and bridges fit perfectly and look natural.
Supportive Care Every Step of the Way
From preparation to the final placement of your crown or bridge, our team provides supportive, gentle care. We're here to answer your questions, address your concerns, and make sure you're comfortable throughout the process.
Continuous Care and Education
After your procedure, we remain committed to your oral health. We'll provide you with care instructions, tips for maintaining your new smile, and follow-up appointments to monitor your progress.
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Modern Care Tailored to Your Needs
Our team integrates cutting-edge technology with personalized treatment plans. Our approach ensures every patient receives modern, efficient dental care designed around their unique needs and goals.
Comfortable, Comprehensive Services
From routine checkups to advanced procedures, our team provides a full spectrum of services in a soothing environment. Trust us for a stress-free journey to optimal oral health and a confident smile.
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Take Your Smile to a Whole New Level
At Ascend Dentistry, we’re more than just a dental practice; we're a dedicated team committed to enhancing your oral health and transforming your smile. Our approach is centered on flexibility, continuous care, and open, honest communication, making us the preferred choice for patients seeking a dental home in Charlotte, NC. Choose Ascend Dentistry, and take the first step towards a healthier, happier smile today.
Flexible Solutions Tailored to You
We recognize that each patient has unique needs and circumstances, so we tailor our services to match. Whether it's finding the perfect appointment time or navigating payment options, we're here to make your dental care journey as smooth and accommodating as possible.
Continuous Care for Lasting Oral Health
Through personalized follow-ups and educational resources, we ensure you have the knowledge and support needed to keep your smile bright and healthy. Our team is committed to being there for you, offering ongoing guidance and care tailored to your evolving dental needs.
Free Consultations to Explore Your Options
Ascend Dentistry offers free, no-obligation consultations for cosmetic dental makeovers and dental implants. These sessions are your opportunity to discuss your dental aspirations with our expert team, allowing us to understand your goals and present you with options that align with your vision.
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New Patient Specials
Book now and save with our limited-time offers.
new patient special
$119
Includes X-rays, exam and cleaning.
OR
Free Yeti (10 oz)
To new patients with insurance.
For new patients only. Valid in the absence of gum disease.
this offer cannot be combined with other specials
Emergency Exam
$49
Includes an X-ray and focused exam. Must mention or present this coupon at time of booking.
For New Patients Only
this offer cannot be combined with other specials
Do You Take My Insurance?
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United Healthcare
TRICARE Dental Program (TDP)
United Healthcare Global (Inside U.S.)
United Healthcare Community Plan
United Concordia - Tricare Dental Plan
United Concordia - Federal Employees Program
UFT Welfare Fund
United Concordia (Encounters)
United Concordia - Dental Plus - PA Blue Shield
UniCare
United Concordia Companies, Inc.
Trigon - Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Virginia
Trigon - Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Colorado
Tricare Retiree Dental Program
Tricare Active Reservists
Standard Insurance Co. of New York
Sun Life Financial (United Concordia)
Skygen USA
Standard Insurance
SelectHealth
Securian/Patriot Dental
Securian Dental
Reliance Standard Life
Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Oregon (out of State Providers)
Public Employee Health Program (PEHP)
Principal
PrimeWest
PrimeCare, Wisconsin State and Federal Employees and Medicaid
Physicians Mutual (Dental)
Oklahoma DRS Doc
Phoenix Health Plans (DentaQuest)
Medicaid of Wisconsin - DentaQuest
Molina
North Dakota Dental Service
Minnesota Blue Cross Dental (UCCI)
MetLife
Medicaid of Wisconsin, PrimeCare
Medicaid of Wisconsin, Humana / TDC
Medicaid of Washington
Medicaid of Virginia, HealthKeepers Plus
Medicaid of Texas - DentaQuest
Medicaid of Utah
Medicaid of Texas - MCNA
Medicaid of Tennessee, BlueCare
Medicaid of New York
Medicaid of Minnesota
Medicaid of Indiana
Medicaid of Michigan
Medicaid of Connecticut
Medicaid of Alabama
HealthScope Benefits
Level
Managed DentalGuard
Managed Care of North America, Inc. (MCNA)
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 38 Health & Welfare Fund
Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund
Humana Specialty Benefits State of Florida Dental
Humana Specialty Benefits Florida Healthy Kids Dental
Humana
Humana CompBenefits Federal Plan Dental
Hershey Healthsmile
Healthsource Provident
HealthScope Benefits (Tribute Health Plan)
HealthScope Benefits/ Morris Associates
HealthScope Benefits / EHC Repricing
HealthScope Benefits/ACPMO
HealthChoice Oklahoma
Healthcare Highways
HDS Medicaid
Hawaii Dental Service
Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America
Golden West Dental
Florida Combined Life (Dental)
First Reliance Standard
Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Direct Dental Administrators, Inc.
Dental Guard Preferred
Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators
DentaQuest - Government
DeltaCare USA - Encounters
Delta Dental - Tricare Retiree
Delta Dental of West Virginia
Delta Dental of Washington DC
Delta Dental of Virginia
Delta Dental of Washington
Delta Dental of Rhode Island
Delta Dental of Tennessee
Delta Dental of South Carolina
Delta Dental of Puerto Rico
Delta Dental of Pennsylvania
Delta Dental of Oklahoma
Delta Dental of Ohio
Delta Dental of North Dakota
Delta Dental of North Carolina
Delta Dental of Minnesota
Delta Dental of New York
Delta Dental of New Jersey
Delta Dental of New Mexico
Delta Dental of Nebraska
Delta Dental of Missouri
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