Restore broken, cracked, or missing teeth with custom dental crowns and bridges at iSmile Dental in Langley. Crowns cap a damaged tooth to protect and rebuild it. Bridges replace one or more missing teeth using the neighbours as anchors. Both look and function like natural teeth, and modern materials make them more durable and lifelike than ever.

When You Need a Crown

• A tooth has cracked or has a large fracture
• A large filling has failed and there’s not enough tooth left for another filling
• You’ve had a root canal on a back tooth (crowns prevent the brittle tooth from fracturing)
• You want to improve the appearance of a misshapen or severely discoloured tooth
• An implant needs a final crown

When You Need a Bridge

A dental bridge replaces 1–4 missing teeth in a row. The natural teeth on either side of the gap are crowned, and the replacement teeth (“pontics”) are attached between them. A bridge is a fixed, non-removable solution and looks completely natural.

Alternatives to consider: implants (no need to involve neighbouring teeth, longest-lasting), or partial dentures (most affordable, removable). See our implants vs bridges vs dentures comparison.

Materials We Offer

• All-ceramic / zirconia. The most natural appearance, ideal for front teeth. Strong enough for back teeth too.
• Porcelain-fused-to-metal. Excellent strength, slightly less translucent than all-ceramic. Often used for back teeth and longer bridges.
• Gold/metal alloy. Maximum durability for back molars where appearance isn’t a concern.

We’ll recommend the material that fits your needs and budget. For most patients, zirconia balances beauty and strength.

The Process

1. Visit 1. The tooth is shaped, an impression or digital scan is taken, and a temporary crown protects the tooth while the lab fabricates the final restoration.
2. Visit 2 (1–2 weeks later). The temporary is removed, the final crown or bridge is checked for fit and bite, then permanently cemented.

Some same-day crowns are possible with CEREC milling for select cases.

How Long Do Crowns and Bridges Last?

10–20+ years with proper care: brush twice daily, floss under bridges with a threader or water flosser, avoid biting hard objects, and don’t skip cleanings. Decay can still happen at the edge of a crown, so daily care matters.

Cost in Langley

Crowns: $1,000–$1,500 per tooth depending on material and complexity. Bridges: $2,500–$4,500 for a 3-unit bridge (replacing one tooth between two crowned anchors). Most insurance plans cover crowns and bridges at 50–80% as a major restoration. We’re CDCP-approved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does getting a crown hurt?

The procedure is done with local anaesthesia. Mild sensitivity for a few days after is normal as the tooth settles.

Will my crown look natural?

Yes — modern all-ceramic and zirconia crowns are colour-matched and shaped to your other teeth.

Can a crown come off?

Rarely. If it does, save it and call us — we can usually re-cement it.

Is a bridge better than an implant?

An implant is usually the longer-lasting solution because it doesn’t involve the neighbouring teeth. A bridge is faster (a few weeks vs. several months) and costs less upfront. We’ll discuss the trade-offs.

How do I clean under a bridge?

Daily flossing under the pontic with a floss threader, super-floss, or a water flosser. We’ll show you the technique at your fitting appointment.

Need a crown or bridge? Call 604-510-3232 or book a consultation. We’ll evaluate your tooth, walk you through your options, and give you a written quote.