Tooth crowns repair damaged or broken teeth, while a dental bridge fills in the gap left by a missing tooth.

Don't Let Missing Teeth Impact Your Smile!

Crowns & Bridges

You’re diligent about brushing and flossing your teeth each day, yet your tooth still needs to be repaired or even replaced. Don’t worry! It may feel frustrating, but you’re not alone. Most of us encounter the need to restore a tooth in some way during our lifetimes.

Dr. Patrick Fields offers ceramic porcelain dental restorations that restore not only the function you need but also the aesthetics you want. Composite fillings are ideal for restoring a tooth with small areas of tooth decay. However, if you have a tooth that is cracked or decayed beyond what a filling can repair, we may recommend a tooth crown.

If you need a missing tooth replaced, a dental bridge can be a great way to fill in the gaps in your smile and keep your teeth aligned properly.

Dr. Fields is happy to assess your current situation to determine the best course of action if you need a tooth repaired or replaced.

When Do We Recommend a Tooth Crown?

A dental crown in Cabot can be the ideal treatment recommendation for these situations:

A tooth that has had root canal treatment that needs to be strengthened
A tooth has decay too extensive for a filling to restore
A severely cracked or fractured tooth needs protection
A previous dental restoration has broken or failed
A single dental implant requires a crown to restore function

Tooth crowns fit over your remaining tooth structure and closely match your natural tooth so you can enjoy the same function and ease with chewing that you had before. Most crowns that you can see are made of ceramic porcelain that we design to seamlessly match your smile so you will also have the aesthetics you want.

When Do We Recommend a Dental Bridge?

A missing tooth that is not replaced allows shifting and movement of neighboring teeth, which can result in other problems for your bite, jaw joint, and tooth alignment. When teeth shift, the likelihood of problems like tooth decay and gum disease increases.

Dental bridges in Cabot use crowns as anchors to healthy teeth that support an artificial tooth in between. The customized replacement tooth fills in the gap in your smile. Also made of ceramic porcelain, your bridge will complement your smile and restore your confidence.

Taking the Next Steps Towards Your Best Smile

Missing or broken teeth cause you to feel self-conscious and make enjoying meals more challenging. Dr. Fields has helped hundreds of patients over the years to restore both their smiles and their confidence, and he can help you too!

During an evaluation, Dr. Fields can determine which types of treatment will best suit your needs and fit comfortably into your budget. Contact the dental office of Patrick Fields, DDS today at (501) 941-2482 to schedule an evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need a dental crown instead of a filling?

Dental fillings are an excellent solution for restoring small areas of decay found in your tooth. By being proactive about your preventive cleanings and checkups with Dr. Fields, you can detect and treat most tooth cavities with dental fillings.

However, when your tooth has deeper decay or is cracked or broken beyond what a filling can restore, your dentist in Cabot may recommend a crown for you. A crown is shaded and shaped like your tooth and designed to fit over the remaining structure. It not only provides support and function so you can chew again, but it also blends flawlessly with your smile.

If Dr. Fields has recommended a dental crown in Cabot to repair your tooth, you mustn't delay your treatment. Tooth decay or a fracture can get progressively worse and could impact the root and nerve of your tooth. When this happens, it causes a painful infection that requires a root canal to preserve your tooth.

Dr. Fields diagnoses all treatment using a risk-based approach, so you can trust that it's the treatment needed to maintain your smile. If you have questions about tooth crowns, fillings, or the treatment we've recommended for you, we encourage you to contact your team at Patrick Fields, DDS today at (501) 941-2482 for more information.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Patrick Fields

Dr. Patrick Fields was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and moved to Arkansas when he was six years old. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology while starting for the Arkansas Tech University football team. Then he completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Tennessee in Memphis.

Dr. Fields’ practice goal as a self-described “lifelong learner” is to bring world-class dentistry back to central Arkansas. He completes two to three times the continuing education coursework required to maintain licensure in Arkansas annually, including additional training ...