Bridges & Crowns
Bridges & Crowns
Reliable restorations that protect how your teeth look and work. Our team designs crowns and bridges built to last, at both our Tea and Parker offices.
Our bridges & crowns in Tea, SD, are reliable ways to restore teeth that feel weak, painful, or embarrassing to smile with. At Top Gum Dental in Tea, SD, Dr. Clark Hunstad and Dr. Eric Hunstad focus on gentle, precise treatments that protect your long-term oral health while restoring how your teeth look and work.
Why Choose Our Restorations
We design crowns and bridges to last. Our team treats each case like it matters — because it does. You’ll notice small things that make visits easier: blankets, pillows, TV’s, and music help time pass, and our team offers friendly conversations so you leave calm and informed. We use digital scanners and digital X-rays to plan restorations that fit accurately. That reduces chair time and helps us avoid extra visits when possible.
Bridges & Crowns in Tea
A crown covers a damaged tooth; a bridge fills the gap left by a missing tooth. We match materials to your bite, the tooth’s location, and your smile goals. Our in-office 3D imaging and 3D printer let us preview and produce restorations with careful attention to detail. Treatment options include porcelain crowns for front teeth and durable ceramic or metal-ceramic choices for back teeth. We walk through pros and cons, then craft a plan you understand.
What To Expect During Treatment
Most patients complete a crown or bridge in two visits when we use our digital workflow. First visit: we prepare the tooth or teeth, take digital scans, and place a temporary restoration if needed. Second visit: we check fit, color, and comfort, then cement the final piece.
Typical steps:
- Numbing the area for comfort and removing damaged tooth structure
- Scanning the prepared area with our digital scanner
- Trying the restoration to confirm fit and bite
We keep visits relaxed. You can have water, watch TV, and ask questions at any time.
Benefits For Everyday Life
A well-made crown or bridge restores chewing, stops nearby teeth from shifting, and improves speech in some cases. People tell us they notice less sensitivity and more confidence when smiling. At Top Gum Dental, we aim to protect your jawbone and surrounding teeth by restoring function as soon as appropriate. Our use of laser dentistry often reduces gum irritation during the process, which helps with healing.
Caring For Your New Bridge Or Crown
Good home care extends the life of restorations. Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and floss carefully around the margins. For bridges, clean under the pontic (the false tooth) with interdental brushes or a floss threader.
Quick care tips:
- Use a non-abrasive toothpaste and a fluoride rinse
- Avoid hard bites on ice or very hard candies
- Keep up with regular checkups and digital X-rays to monitor fit
If you notice looseness, sensitivity, or a changed bite, call us. We’ll evaluate and adjust as needed.
Common Questions About Restorations
How long will a crown or bridge last? Lifespan varies by location, material, and care, but many last a decade or more with proper maintenance. Do crowns look natural? Yes — we use shade-matching and fine finishing so most people can’t tell where your natural tooth ends and the crown begins. Will the process hurt? We numb thoroughly and use gentle techniques; patients often say the visit was more comfortable than they expected.
We don’t pressure patients into choices. Instead, we explain trade-offs and show you options using 3D images so decisions feel clear.
Ready To Get Started?
We’re here to help you feel comfortable and confident about restoring your smile. Call Top Gum Dental to schedule a consultation with Dr. Clark Hunstad or Dr. Eric Hunstad on bridges and crowns in Tea. We’re conveniently located, offer friendly conversation during your visit, and provide care with modern technology, including digital scanners and a 3D printer. Call today to schedule your visit.
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We're proud of the relationships we build with families across Tea & Parker, South Dakota.
“Absolutely the best dentist I've ever been to. The staff are so welcoming and kind hearted. They truly care about the people they serve and each other. It's been a blessing in so many ways to be a patient here! Highly recommend going. Great prices, great people, and great dental work.”
“The best dentistry in South Dakota! Great customer service and great service! Highly recommended!”
“We were very happy with our first visit. They were professional & thorough & friendly. Dr. Clark & Staff were very accommodating.”
“I was nervous taking my kids in to the dentist for the first time. They had a wonderful experience thanks to all the staff. They really know how to make sure your kids are comfortable and entertain them well. My kids are looking forward for their next visit.”
“Great people and great place! They took really good care of my teeth, I can finally smile big in public without being embarrassed. Not only they did an outstanding job but the pricing is fair as they are trying to be helpful to everyone. Definitely recommend to anyone with any kind of dental needs!”
“Really good experience today. Teresa is really good with her "chair side" manner. Thorough cleaning and examination. Dr. Clark is excellent as well. Again, thorough exam and easy explanation of options available for possible future work. All in all, for going to the dentist, not bad at all.”