Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and Bridges

Restore The Look, Strength and Appearance of Your Teeth with Dental Crowns

Restore The Look, Strength and Appearance of Your Teeth with Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns in Potomac MD

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Made from durable materials like porcelain or ceramic, crowns are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.

By covering the visible portion of the tooth, a crown protects it from further damage, reduces sensitivity, and restores normal function.

How Does a Dental Crown Work?

Placing a dental crown is a straightforward procedure completed in two visits. During the first visit, Taff & Levine DDS will take X-rays to ensure the teeth and surrounding area are healthy. The tooth is then numbed and reshaped by removing some structure to make room for the crown. An impression is taken to create your custom crown and send to the laboratory.

How to Know if You Need a Dental Crown

Crowns are a common restoration, but only an exam and X-rays can determine if they’re right for you. If you have an injury, tooth decay, or other issues, contact Taff & Levine DDS to see if you’re a candidate for a dental crown.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Made from durable materials like porcelain or ceramic, crowns are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.

By covering the visible portion of the tooth, a crown protects it from further damage, reduces sensitivity, and restores normal function.

How Does a Dental Crown Work?

Placing a dental crown is a straightforward procedure completed in two visits. During the first visit, Taff & Levine DDS will take X-rays to ensure the teeth and surrounding area are healthy. The tooth is then numbed and reshaped by removing some structure to make room for the crown. An impression is taken to create your custom crown and send to the laboratory.

How to Know if You Need a Dental Crown

Crowns are a common restoration, but only an exam and X-rays can determine if they’re right for you. If you have an injury, tooth decay, or other issues, contact Taff & Levine DDS to see if you’re a candidate for a dental crown.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a custom-made restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. It “bridges” the gap by anchoring an artificial tooth (or teeth) to the natural teeth or dental implants on either side of the space.

Bridges are made from durable, tooth-colored materials that are designed to blend in with your smile, restore chewing function, and help keep your bite properly aligned.

Why You Might Need a Dental Bridge?

You may be a candidate for a dental bridge if you:

  • Are missing one or more teeth in the same area
  • Have healthy teeth (or implants) on either side of the gap
  • Want a fixed (non-removable) option instead of a partial denture
  • Are looking to improve your smile, speech, and ability to chew comfortably

Types of Dental Bridges

At Taff & Levine DDS, your doctor will recommend the type of bridge that best fits your needs, which may include:

  • Traditional bridge – Supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth on each side of the gap
  • Cantilever bridge – Attached to a single supporting tooth when only one side of the gap has a healthy anchor tooth
  • Maryland (bonded) bridge – Uses a metal or porcelain “wing” bonded to the back of neighboring teeth, often for front teeth
  • Implant-supported bridge – Uses dental implants instead of natural teeth to support the bridge, often ideal when several teeth in a row are missing

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a custom-made restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. It “bridges” the gap by anchoring an artificial tooth (or teeth) to the natural teeth or dental implants on either side of the space.

Bridges are made from durable, tooth-colored materials that are designed to blend in with your smile, restore chewing function, and help keep your bite properly aligned.

Why You Might Need a Dental Bridge?

You may be a candidate for a dental bridge if you:

  • Are missing one or more teeth in the same area
  • Have healthy teeth (or implants) on either side of the gap
  • Want a fixed (non-removable) option instead of a partial denture
  • Are looking to improve your smile, speech, and ability to chew comfortably

Types of Dental Bridges

At Taff & Levine DDS, your doctor will recommend the type of bridge that best fits your needs, which may include:

  • Traditional bridge – Supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth on each side of the gap
  • Cantilever bridge – Attached to a single supporting tooth when only one side of the gap has a healthy anchor tooth
  • Maryland (bonded) bridge – Uses a metal or porcelain “wing” bonded to the back of neighboring teeth, often for front teeth
  • Implant-supported bridge – Uses dental implants instead of natural teeth to support the bridge, often ideal when several teeth in a row are missing

Call 301-530-3717 or fill out the form to schedule your consultation with Taff & Levine D.D.S.

 

Absolutely Wonderful

Drs. Taff and Levine and their staff are wonderful. When my kids’ appointments weren’t in the system, they still found a way to see them right away—no hassle, just kindness and professionalism. I’ve been with this practice since before my kids were born, and now one’s off to college. That says it all. Thank you, Drs. Taff & Levine and team!

JENAISYA M

The best dental offices

Taff&Levine are one of the best dental offices you can visit the place is super clean the staff are friendly and courteous they run the place like a dental should be visits are on time and you feel like they care about you and your time especially in this busy world we live in.

RICK O

I love this practice

I love this practice. always a clean office, well run. My hygienist is thorough and gentle. I only see the dentist every other visit to check everything over. When I’ve needed real dental work like fixing a cracked tooth, Hilari Dunn was skillful and did the fix via a computerized program which produced the perfect filling for the chip.

Anonymous

Friendly and competent staff

Mandy is a professional and and thorough hygienist. My teeth and gums are the best they have been under her care and guidance.

NANCY W

Expert, patient & caring

My family & I have been going to this practice for many years. Dr. Levine & staff are expert, patient, & caring. There is never a long wait in the waiting room. Everyone is cheerful & helpful. Your dental care is a 10!

FRANCINE S

Always a positive experience

Always a positive experience. Dental hygienist is excellent and very personable. Dentists are all outgoing and do a great job. I also appreciate that I am always taken on time.

JUDITH G

This dental group is the best

As always my visit was perfect. I have been a patient for over 30 years and this dental group is the best!! I highly recommend them.

SUSAN G

Very efficient and easy

My appointment was very efficient and easy. They were ready for me when I arrived a few minutes early and I didn’t wait at all. Everyone was friendly including the billing and reception staff. I really like this place.

KURT S

Kindness abounds

I always feel as if I am in competent and knowledgeable hands. Kindness abounds from the front desk throughout the practice. I have been going to the practice for over 40 years and I feel like I’m going home!

LINDA G

Gentle and accurate

Everyone in the Montrose Road office is very kind, knowledgeable, and friendly. My hygienist Nolvia is gentle and accurate, and includes up to date dental information during each visit. My dentist does the same. The office staff are very helpful if there is any type of problem with scheduling, or insurance information. In short, my overall experience with the practice is excellent!

ELIZABETH T

None Better

The doctors and staff actually make me feel happy to visit a dentist office. That is saying a lot. And their care of my teeth is absolutely first-rate. None better.

KARYL C

Best Dentists

The BEST dentists in the DC metro area!!! Dr. Taff is super talented and genuinely caring. LOVE!!!

NICOLE F

Amazing

Hilary Dunn is amazing!!!! My whole family loves going to the dentist because of her. You don’t hear that a lot!!

MIRA R

Always excellent

Always “excellent”! Dr Levine, Nolvia & Marisol & office staff – fantastic! Thanks to all!

PENNY B

Highly recommend them

Believe it or not, I enjoy going to the dentist! Dr. Levine, Marisol & Mandy are always so professional, efficient and humorous! They make my visits very comfortable! I highly recommend them.

MARCIA M

Professional atmosphere

Professional atmosphere. I felt in good hands with good instructions for follow- up. Also, I was seen on time and was well cared for.

NORA G

Perfect

As always my visit was perfect. I have been a patient for over 30 years and this dental group is the best!! I highly recommend them.

SUSAN G

Wonderful

The hygienist and Dr. Dunn were wonderful. I find them trustworthy and very good at listening.

Anonymous

Quality dental care

My wife and I have used the Taff & Levine Dental Office and specifically Dr. Hilari Dunn and super hygienist Nolvia for years and can attest that they are exceptional in providing quality dental care using the latest equipment. We have seen Dr. Dunn for the occasional cracked tooth or implant and have always had successful results.

Don S

The best dental practice

THE BEST DENTAL PRACTICE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY. You’re not only a patient but treated like family. The most congenial medical office I have ever experienced.

Francis N

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Absolutely Wonderful

Drs. Taff and Levine and their staff are wonderful. When my kids’ appointments weren’t in the system, they still found a way to see them right away—no hassle, just kindness and professionalism. I’ve been with this practice since before my kids were born, and now one’s off to college. That says it all. Thank you, Drs. Taff & Levine and team!

JENAISYA M

The best dental offices

Taff&Levine are one of the best dental offices you can visit the place is super clean the staff are friendly and courteous they run the place like a dental should be visits are on time and you feel like they care about you and your time especially in this busy world we live in.

RICK O

I love this practice

I love this practice. always a clean office, well run. My hygienist is thorough and gentle. I only see the dentist every other visit to check everything over. When I’ve needed real dental work like fixing a cracked tooth, Hilari Dunn was skillful and did the fix via a computerized program which produced the perfect filling for the chip.

Anonymous

Friendly and competent staff

Mandy is a professional and and thorough hygienist. My teeth and gums are the best they have been under her care and guidance.

NANCY W

Expert, patient & caring

My family & I have been going to this practice for many years. Dr. Levine & staff are expert, patient, & caring. There is never a long wait in the waiting room. Everyone is cheerful & helpful. Your dental care is a 10!

FRANCINE S

Always a positive experience

Always a positive experience. Dental hygienist is excellent and very personable. Dentists are all outgoing and do a great job. I also appreciate that I am always taken on time.

JUDITH G

This dental group is the best

As always my visit was perfect. I have been a patient for over 30 years and this dental group is the best!! I highly recommend them.

SUSAN G

Very efficient and easy

My appointment was very efficient and easy. They were ready for me when I arrived a few minutes early and I didn’t wait at all. Everyone was friendly including the billing and reception staff. I really like this place.

KURT S

Kindness abounds

I always feel as if I am in competent and knowledgeable hands. Kindness abounds from the front desk throughout the practice. I have been going to the practice for over 40 years and I feel like I’m going home!

LINDA G

Gentle and accurate

Everyone in the Montrose Road office is very kind, knowledgeable, and friendly. My hygienist Nolvia is gentle and accurate, and includes up to date dental information during each visit. My dentist does the same. The office staff are very helpful if there is any type of problem with scheduling, or insurance information. In short, my overall experience with the practice is excellent!

ELIZABETH T

None Better

The doctors and staff actually make me feel happy to visit a dentist office. That is saying a lot. And their care of my teeth is absolutely first-rate. None better.

KARYL C

Best Dentists

The BEST dentists in the DC metro area!!! Dr. Taff is super talented and genuinely caring. LOVE!!!

NICOLE F

Amazing

Hilary Dunn is amazing!!!! My whole family loves going to the dentist because of her. You don’t hear that a lot!!

MIRA R

Always excellent

Always “excellent”! Dr Levine, Nolvia & Marisol & office staff – fantastic! Thanks to all!

PENNY B

Highly recommend them

Believe it or not, I enjoy going to the dentist! Dr. Levine, Marisol & Mandy are always so professional, efficient and humorous! They make my visits very comfortable! I highly recommend them.

MARCIA M

Professional atmosphere

Professional atmosphere. I felt in good hands with good instructions for follow- up. Also, I was seen on time and was well cared for.

NORA G

Perfect

As always my visit was perfect. I have been a patient for over 30 years and this dental group is the best!! I highly recommend them.

SUSAN G

Wonderful

The hygienist and Dr. Dunn were wonderful. I find them trustworthy and very good at listening.

Anonymous

Quality dental care

My wife and I have used the Taff & Levine Dental Office and specifically Dr Hilari Dunn and super hygienist Nolvia for years and can attest that they are exceptional in providing quality dental care using the latest equipment. We have seen Dr Dunn for the occasional cracked tooth or implant and have always had successful results.

Don S

The best dental practice

THE BEST DENTAL PRACTICE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY. You’re not only a patient but treated like family. The most congenial medical office I have ever experienced.

Francis N