Blog: Crowns and Bridges

A crown is a tooth shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth to cover the tooth in order to restore its shape, size, strength and improve its appearance. They are very common and can last from 5 to 15 years.

If your dentist has told you that you need a crown, here are some reasons why:

1) To protect a tooth that is ...

The man who bought John Lennon's molar two years ago--Canadian dentist Michael Zuk--is seeking headlines again, putting out a press release and launching a website indicating his intention to extract DNA from the tooth with the lofty goal of cloning the legendary musician.

At the time of the tooth's sale, Rolling Stone magazine reported Lennon's molar was too fragile to be ...

Paul Revere
This American Revolution Patriot, who is celebrated for his "Midnight Ride" shouting "The British are coming!," took up dentistry when his silversmith was struggling. He was trained by a practicing surgeon that was staying at a friend's house. Revere was skilled in the art of dentures and he advertised his denture services in Colonial newspapers.

John "Doc" Holliday
"Doc" ...

We're quickly approaching the holidays, and before you know it, it's New Year's Eve.

When you're thinking about what kind of resolutions to make, consider your dental needs. If you have dental insurance, remember that many insurance plans are based on a calendar year, which means any of their 2012 annual benefits will expire at the end of the calendar year.

The ...