Restore your smile with natural-looking results—sometimes in just one visit.
When teeth are damaged, decayed, or missing, it doesn’t just affect your appearance—it can impact your ability to chew, speak, and smile with confidence. At Solt Family Dental in Wyoming, Michigan, Dr. Kevin Solt offers custom dental crowns and bridges that restore both the strength and beauty of your smile. And with our state-of-the-art Glidewell.io same-day crown technology, many patients can receive a permanent restoration in just one visit.
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fits over a damaged tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns are commonly used to protect teeth that are cracked, worn down, weakened after a root canal, or heavily filled. They also serve as anchors for dental bridges when replacing missing teeth. Our crowns are crafted from durable, lifelike materials that blend seamlessly with your natural smile.
A dental bridge is a fixed appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth by literally “bridging” the gap. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) supported by crowns placed on the teeth adjacent to the space. In some cases, bridges may also be secured with dental implants for greater stability and bone preservation. Whether supported by natural teeth or implants, bridges restore your bite and maintain the natural contour of your face
Leaving a gap from a missing tooth can lead to serious dental problems. Nearby teeth may drift into the empty space, causing misalignment, bite changes, and jaw discomfort. Additionally, missing teeth increase the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and bone loss in the jaw. Over time, this can change your facial appearance, making your cheeks hollow and your lips thinner. By placing a bridge, we help protect your oral health, restore your smile’s function, and support a youthful facial structure
Fixed Bridges – These traditional bridges are cemented onto neighboring teeth and can only be removed by a dentist. They offer stability and a natural feel.
Implant-Supported Bridges – When multiple teeth are missing, an implant-supported bridge anchors to dental implants placed into the jawbone. This option preserves bone, prevents further tooth shifting, and offers excellent durability.
Traditionally, getting a crown meant two or more visits, temporary crowns, and waiting weeks for a lab to create the final product. With Glidewell.io, we’ve changed all that. Our advanced same-day crown system allows Dr. Solt to design, mill, and place your crown in a single visit—without compromising quality or appearance.
Using digital 3D scanning, we capture precise images of your tooth—no goopy impressions required. Your custom crown is then designed chairside and milled from a high-strength ceramic block using Glidewell’s innovative system. Once finished, Dr. Solt bonds the crown securely to your tooth, so you can leave with a fully restored smile the very same day.
Patients love same-day crowns for their convenience, accuracy, and comfort. There’s no need to schedule multiple appointments or worry about temporary restorations coming loose. And because the process is entirely digital, the fit is incredibly precise.
We customize crowns and bridges from a variety of strong, esthetic materials, including porcelain, ceramics, and porcelain fused to metal. The choice depends on the location of the tooth, your bite strength, cosmetic goals, and your dentist’s recommendation.
The process typically involves two or more visits. First, we carefully prepare the supporting teeth and take impressions or digital scans. A temporary crown or bridge is placed to protect your teeth while the permanent restoration is custom-made in a trusted dental lab. During your next visit, we will fit, adjust, and securely cement your crown or bridge, restoring full function and aesthetics.
Proper care extends the life of your dental restorations. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss around your crowns and bridges. Specialized tools like floss threaders or water flossers can help you clean underneath bridges where plaque can accumulate. Regular checkups and cleanings at Solt Family Dental ensure your restorations stay healthy and strong.
