Strong, natural-looking crowns and bridges
A tooth that is badly damaged, decayed or discolored, or a space left by a missing tooth, affects how you chew, speak and smile. Custom crowns and bridges at Uptown Dentistry restore strength and appearance, planned under the personalized care of Dr. Nicki Tajalli.
When a crown is recommended
A crown covers a tooth that cannot be repaired by a filling. Crowns strengthen fractured or weak teeth, support a large filling, correct misshapen teeth, cap a dental implant, anchor a bridge and improve the appearance of a discolored tooth.
Crown materials
Crowns can be made of porcelain, gold or porcelain fused to metal. Porcelain is the most popular choice because it can be matched to the natural color of your smile. We will help you decide what suits each tooth.
Replacing a missing tooth with a bridge
A bridge is a fixed, nonremovable restoration that holds an artificial tooth between two crowns, attached to your natural teeth or to implants beside the gap. It usually takes two visits.
Why filling the gap matters
An open space collects plaque, lets neighboring teeth drift and adds stress to your bite. A bridge restores chewing and speech, supports the natural shape of your face and prevents shifting.
Crowns & Bridges in Uptown Houston
Dr. Nicki Tajalli, DDS, brings more than 25 years of experience to crowns & bridges, and your care is led by her, working with trusted clinicians and specialists when a case calls for it. Our office at 4900 Woodway Dr., Suite 730, Houston, TX 77056is minutes from the Galleria, River Oaks, Tanglewood and Memorial, with free covered garage parking. Call (713) 963-9191 to talk through your options before you commit to anything.
Common questions
With good home care and regular checkups, crowns commonly last 10 to 15 years or more.
Both are excellent. An implant avoids reshaping neighboring teeth, while a bridge can be quicker. We will compare them for your situation.
Ready when you are
We would love to meet you and learn what you want for your smile.