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Dr. Benjamin Hite
CEREC Crowns and Bridges
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If you have damaged, decayed, or missing teeth, a dental crown or bridge might be for you!

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Crowns and Bridges in Edwardsville, IL

If you are dealing with tooth loss or damaged teeth, Hite Family Dentistry can help. We offer custom-crafted, same-day CEREC crowns and bridges that restore your smile in a single visit to our Edwardsville, IL, dental office.

Why Fix Broken or Missing Teeth?

Living with cracked, broken, or missing teeth can impact your life in many ways. Chewing can be painful, limiting your ability to eat all the foods you love. You may struggle to speak clearly or hold back a grin because you feel self-conscious about your smile’s appearance.

Damaged teeth also affect your oral health. Broken or missing teeth can lead to a range of oral health issues, including shifting of adjacent teeth and increased risk of decay and gum disease. Left untreated, these problems can worsen, potentially leading to more complex and costly dental issues.

But this doesn't have to be your story. Continue reading to see how a dental crown or bridge might benefit you.

Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges

An important advantage of same-day CEREC restorations is convenience, but that's just the beginning. You can expect other benefits when you restore your smile with a dental crown or bridge.

Enhanced Confidence

Restoring damaged or missing teeth can significantly boost your self-esteem, making you feel more confident in social and professional settings.

Enhanced Oral Health

Dental crowns and bridges protect and stabilize your existing teeth, preventing further damage and maintaining proper alignment.

Improved Function

With a full set of beautiful, well-functioning teeth, you can speak clearly and chew all your favorite foods comfortably.

Meet Our Doctors:

Dr. Ben Hite dentist at Hite Family Dentistry in Edwardsville

Dr. Ben Hite

Dr. Ben Hite is the owner and lead dentist at Hite Family Dentistry. He received his undergraduate education at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine ...

Dr. Nicole Kniffin

Dr. Nicole Kniffin

Dr. Kniffin has been practicing dentistry since 2005 and joined the Hite Family Dentistry team in May 2022. She completed her undergraduate degree at Eastern Illinois University and earned her ...

Dr. Marisa Blickhan

Dr. Marisa Blickhan

Dr. Blickhan graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2024 and joined the Hite Family Dentistry team shortly after. With a background in biological sciences and minors ...

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a protective cap that strengthens a damaged or decayed tooth and restores its function and appearance. At Hite Family Dentistry, we fabricate crowns in-house from durable materials that mimic the look of natural teeth.

Our dentists may recommend a crown for numerous reasons:

  • Protect a cracked or fractured tooth from further damage
  • Restore a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy
  • Cover a tooth with a large filling when there isn’t enough tooth left
  • Improve the appearance of a misshapen or severely discolored tooth
  • Anchor a dental bridge in place

After a thorough exam and consultation, our dentists will determine if a crown is the right solution for you. We believe in personalized care and will take the time to discuss all your options.

Understanding Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is a custom-made restoration designed to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) anchored by dental crowns on the adjacent teeth. Dental bridges are an excellent option if you are not a good dental implant candidate or prefer to avoid implant surgery. 

Frequently Asked Questions

If you need a dental crown quickly, the CEREC process at Hite Family Dentistry is straightforward and requires only one appointment. 

What to Expect with a CEREC Crown

Getting a CEREC crown or bridge involves the following steps:

  1. Consultation — During your first visit, our dentist in Edwardsville, IL, will evaluate your oral health and discuss your goals.
  2. Digital Impressions — We use an intraoral scanner to take comfortable digital impressions of your teeth, ensuring a precise and accurate fit.
  3. Design and Fabrication — CEREC uses CAD/CAM technology to design and craft your crown or bridge in-house. This allows for greater customization and a precise and accurate fit.
  4. Placement — Once ready, we check the fit of your new restoration, make adjustments as needed, and cement it securely in place. You’ll leave us the same day with your beautiful new restoration securely in place!

We can also use CEREC for inlays, onlays, and even veneers.

How to Care for Your Crown or Bridge

Dental crowns and bridges can last between 10 to 15 years or even longer with proper care. To extend the life of your restoration:

  • Maintain good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily.
  • Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice or pens.
  • Visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings.

Would you like to see if a CEREC crown or bridge suits you? Call our dentist in Edwardsville, IL, at (618) 656-9123 to schedule an appointment, and let's get started!

CEREC Crowns and Bridges Technology

CEREC Same-Day Dental Crowns

CEREC Same-Day Dental Crowns

CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restorion of Esthetic Ceramics. We use it to design, create, and place high-quality crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers in just one appointment. No outside lab is involved, eliminating the need for multiple visits.

Using advanced CAD/CAM technology, CEREC captures a digital impression of your tooth, allowing us to craft a custom restoration that fits perfectly with your natural teeth. This technology is ideal for patients needing crowns, cosmetic enhancements, or repairs to damaged teeth. CEREC saves time and ensures beautiful, precise results that restore your smile’s function and appearance on the same day.

Ready to Restore Your Smile?

If you’re dealing with cracked, broken, or missing teeth, don’t wait a moment longer to restore your smile! At Hite Family Dentistry, our CEREC dental crowns and bridges offer a durable, natural-looking solution in just one appointment.

Schedule your consultation with our experienced dentist in Edwardsville, IL, today, and take the first step toward a healthier, more beautiful smile!

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