Even if you are proactive about your oral health care, problems can arise. Fortunately, modern dentistry makes it possible for us to provide numerous dental options that help restore the beauty, health, and function of your smile. At Alpharetta Creek Restorative Dentistry, we specialize in creating restorations like crowns and bridges for teeth that have been affected by decay or other damage.
Dr. Kai Liang believes that we can provide you with the highest standard of dental care by offering cosmetic and restorative treatments that improve your oral health while they enhance the appearance of your smile.
Dental Crowns Restore Function and BeautyWe use dental crowns to protect a damaged tooth and restore it to its original size, shape, and function. The first step when placing a dental crown is to prepare your natural tooth to ensure that your crown fits comfortably and looks natural. We then take impressions that we use to create a model for your new crown. During this appointment, we’ll also fit you with a temporary crown to wear until your final crown is ready to be bonded securely to your tooth.
You may think of a dental crown as being a solution for broken or damaged teeth. But dental crowns completely surround and conceal your natural tooth, so we often use them to solve certain cosmetic problems:
Dr. Kai works with the finest custom dental labs in our area that fabricate your dental crown to our specifications. When the process is finished, you will have a natural-looking restoration that exceeds your expectations!
In addition to traditional dental crowns, we offer same-day dental crowns in Alpharetta. Same-day dental crowns can be created and placed in just one appointment, so you don't have to return to the dental office for final crown placement. With no need for a temporary crown or multiple dental visits, the process for same-day crowns is faster and more convenient for our patients.
If you need an immediate dental crown, discuss same-day crowns with our dental team to find out if they're the ideal solution for you.
Dr. Kai Liang is very excited to have the opportunity to serve the communities of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Kai and his wife, Sandy, have 2 little girls named Zoey Madison and Piper McKenzie.
Having been a resident of Georgia almost all his life, Dr. Kai is proud to call himself a Georgian. He graduated from Duluth High School and attended undergraduate and graduate school at Georgia State University, earning both bachelor of science (BS) and master of science (MS) degrees in the field of Biology. He ...
A fixed dental bridge is designed with an artificial tooth that sits in the open space. The artificial tooth is attached to crowns on adjacent teeth for support. If you have two missing teeth in the same spot, Dr. Kai may recommend a dental implant for added stability.
When we place a bridge, Dr. Kai follows a similar process as that for placing crowns. He prepares your anchor teeth for the crowns, takes impressions, and sends all our specifications to a custom dental lab that custom crafts your restoration. When your bridge is ready, you'll return to our office, and we will cement it securely in place.
If you're interested in learning more about how we can help restore your healthy smile, please call our Alpharetta dental office, and we’ll be happy to make an appointment for a consultation at your convenience.
Using state-of-the-art materials, today we can create dental crowns that look, feel, and function very much like a natural tooth - so much so, that even you may forget you have a crown in your mouth!
Dental crowns typically last between 5 and 15 years, but many variables affect a crown’s longevity. Today’s crowns are beautiful and durable, but they are still a dental prosthetic, and you need to care for them properly to extend their lifespan.
The lifespan of a crown relies mostly on the amount of stress to which it is exposed on a daily basis. For this reason, teeth grinding (bruxism) is extremely damaging and can cause a crown to chip or break.
Other bad habits like opening things with your teeth or biting your fingernails can also place excessive pressure on a crown. And of course, the longevity of any dental work depends on how well you care for your teeth by practicing proper oral hygiene and visiting us for semi-annual checkups and cleanings. If we find evidence that you grind your teeth, we will be happy to talk to you about creating a custom nightguard to protect them while you sleep.
If you would like more information about extending the life of dental crowns, please call our Alpharetta dental office to arrange a convenient appointment.
It is crucial for your overall dental health to replace a missing tooth as soon as possible. A dental bridge placed at Alpharetta Creek Restorative Dentistry is just one option that can fill the open space and serve as a placeholder to stabilize surrounding teeth.
Whether or not you’re aware of it, your teeth are always moving to some extent. It is a very minor, subtle movement, but it does occur. When a tooth is healthy, the root not only holds it in place but also prevents adjacent teeth from moving.
If you lose a tooth, the fact that there is now an open space where the root should be gives surrounding teeth room to gradually drift out of proper alignment. A dental bridge does not actually have any type of root, but the fact that it’s there prevents other teeth from moving out of place.
So, a dental bridge is helpful, not only because it fills the space and improves your appearance, but it also protects your other teeth from becoming misaligned. Misaligned teeth are unattractive, and they can lead to problems with your dental bite and make proper oral hygiene difficult.
If you have a missing tooth, please call and ask us about restorative dentistry options at our Alpharetta dental office. We will be happy to arrange a consultation so that you can discuss bridges and other tooth replacement options with Dr. Kai.
I take my oral health seriously, so I brush my teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss every day, eat a healthy diet, and visit my dentist every six months for regular checkups and cleanings. Unfortunately, even with good hygiene habits, dental issues can happen.
When the unexpected happens, and ...
Dental crowns (or “caps’) may be the most versatile of the myriad restorations used in dentistry today. In the simplest of terms, dental crowns completely cover a damaged tooth and serve to restore its chewing surface, structural integrity, and appearance.
At Alpharetta Creek Restorative Dentistry, there are several cases where Dr. Kai ...
Dental crowns have been a staple in dentistry for decades, but today’s quality crowns mean a more natural-looking and longer-lasting restoration.
Your dentist in Alpharetta, GA relies on the latest technologies and most trusted labs to create custom tooth crowns that blend easily with your smile and look ...
In addition to traditional dental crowns, we offer same-day dental crowns in Alpharetta. Same-day dental crowns can be created and placed in just one appointment, so you don't have to return to the dental office for final crown placement. With no need for a temporary crown or multiple dental visits, the process for same-day crowns is faster and more convenient for our patients.
If you need an immediate dental crown, discuss same-day crowns with our dental team to find out if they're the ideal solution for you.
