Dental Crowns and Bridges in Parma, OH

Strong, Natural Repairs for Damaged and Missing Teeth

Strength for Your Smile

Rebuilding Damaged Teeth and Filling the Gaps

When a filling isn’t enough, or a tooth is already gone, crowns and bridges restore strength and close the space.

A crown is a custom cap that covers a cracked or heavily decayed tooth. A bridge anchors a replacement tooth to crowns on the teeth beside the gap. Both are made in a dental lab, usually over two to three visits. Dr. Ahmad plans each restoration at Ridge Road Family Dentistry to match your bite and blend with your smile.

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Services We Offer

Dental Crowns and Bridges Services We Offer

The right restoration depends on how much of the tooth is damaged and whether a tooth is missing. We use these three options most often to bring teeth back to full strength and a natural look.

Dental Crowns

A dental crown covers and protects a tooth weakened by decay, cracks, or a large filling, restoring its strength so you can bite down without worry.

When a filling or bonding won’t hold, a crown is the next step. The tooth is numbed and reshaped, an impression is taken, and you wear a temporary crown while the lab makes your final one, usually in two to three weeks. Porcelain crowns can be matched to the shade of your other teeth, while porcelain fused to metal and gold offer other strengths. With brushing and flossing, crowns usually last many years.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge replaces a missing tooth by spanning the gap with a natural-looking false tooth anchored to the teeth on either side.

The neighboring teeth are reshaped to serve as anchors, called abutments, and an impression is sent to the lab. You wear a temporary bridge to protect the area while your final bridge is made from durable materials such as porcelain, gold, or metal alloys. At your fitting visit, the bridge is secured in place. Replacing a missing tooth helps prevent shifting, bite problems, and difficulty eating or speaking clearly over time. We also discuss whether an implant-supported option could suit you better.

Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays, often called partial crowns, repair moderate damage while saving more of your natural tooth than a full crown would.

An inlay fits within the cusps of a tooth when the damage hasn’t reached them, while an onlay covers one or more cusps when the damage is more extensive. The decayed area is removed, an impression is sent to the lab, and a temporary is placed for about two to three weeks. Your final restoration, made from porcelain, gold, or composite resin, is then cemented in place and blends naturally with the tooth. The result is a conservative repair that can last many years with good care.

Stronger Teeth Every Day

Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges

A damaged or missing tooth changes your routine in small ways you may barely notice anymore. Restoring it means you stop working around that one tooth.

Chew on Both Sides Again

A cracked or missing tooth often has you favoring one side. A crown or bridge restores a strong biting surface so you can chew evenly and enjoy your meals.
A crown covers a weakened tooth and helps prevent cracks from spreading. Protecting it now can help you avoid losing the tooth or needing an extraction later.
Porcelain restorations are shaded to match your neighboring teeth. Friends see your smile, not dental work, and you can laugh freely without thinking about it.
A gap from a missing tooth lets neighboring teeth drift and tilt over time. A bridge fills the space and helps keep your bite aligned.
Cracked or heavily filled teeth can sting with temperature changes. Covering the tooth with a crown often eases that sensitivity once you have settled in.
Crowns and bridges are made from durable materials designed to handle daily chewing. With brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, they can serve you well for many years.

Bite Down With Confidence

Who Needs a Crown

Could a Crown or Bridge Be Right for You?

Many people live with a damaged or missing tooth longer than they need to, unsure whether it’s worth fixing. An exam shows whether a crown or bridge fits your situation.

A Cracked or Weakened Tooth

If a tooth is cracked, heavily filled, or breaking down from decay, a crown can hold it together and protect it from further damage.

A Single Missing Tooth

If you have a gap between healthy teeth, a bridge can fill it with a fixed, natural-looking tooth that doesn’t come out.

After a Root Canal

A tooth that has had a root canal is more fragile. A crown is highly recommended afterward to protect the tooth and improve its long-term success.

Recognizing These Moments?

Living with a sore or missing tooth for months can start to feel normal, even when it changes how you eat and smile every day. If any of these feel uncomfortably familiar, it may be time to look at your options.

Restore Your Bite and Your Confidence

If these sound familiar, a crown or bridge could give you a strong, natural-looking tooth to chew on again.

Smile Gallery

See the Difference for Yourself

Every smile in our gallery belongs to a real patient treated in our office, from cosmetic touch-ups to complete smile restorations. Compare each before and after to see what’s possible.
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What to Expect

What to Expect During Your Crown or Bridge Treatment

Crowns and bridges are some of the most routine treatments we provide, usually done over two to three visits.
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Preparing the Tooth

After numbing the area with local anesthetic, we gently reshape the tooth, or the teeth on either side of a gap for a bridge, so the restoration can fit over them. You shouldn’t feel discomfort during this step, and we explain each part as we go.
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Impressions and Temporary

We take an impression of the prepared teeth and the teeth around them, which the dental lab uses to craft your restoration. Before you leave, you’re fitted with a temporary crown or bridge to protect the area and keep your smile complete while you wait about two to three weeks.
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Placing Your Restoration

When your crown or bridge returns from the lab, we numb the area again, remove the temporary, and check the fit, shade, and bite. Your restoration is then cemented in place. It may feel a little different for a few days, but it should soon feel natural.

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Financing Options

Flexible Payments That Fit Your Budget

Cost should not decide whether you get treatment. Monthly payment plans are available, and for major work we map out the full payment schedule before treatment starts, so nothing about the cost surprises you later.
Cherry lets you split the cost of treatment into smaller monthly payments, so you can start care now instead of waiting.

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CareCredit is a healthcare credit card accepted for dental treatment, with plans that spread the cost across monthly payments.

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Proceed Finance offers extended dental financing for up to 144 months, which can lower the monthly payment on larger treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crowns and Bridges FAQs

Questions about crowns and bridges usually come down to comfort, timing, and how long they last. These are the ones patients ask most, and we’re glad to talk through anything else.

How many visits does a crown take?

A crown usually takes two to three visits. The first visit prepares the tooth and takes an impression, and you leave with a temporary. Your final crown comes back from the lab in about two to three weeks for a final fitting.
The area is numbed with local anesthetic before we begin, so most patients feel only pressure. Some mild sensitivity or gum tenderness afterward is normal and usually fades within a few days. A warm salt water rinse can help in the meantime.
With good brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, crowns usually last many years, often a decade or longer. Avoid chewing ice or hard objects, and let us know if your crown ever feels loose, chipped, or different when you bite down.
Crowns can be made from porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, or gold. Porcelain gives the most natural look because it can be matched to your other teeth. We recommend a material based on where the tooth is and how much force it handles.
A crown repairs a tooth that is still there but damaged. A bridge replaces a tooth that is missing by anchoring to the teeth beside the gap. After your exam, we explain which option fits your situation and why.
Each has advantages. A bridge is quicker and doesn’t require surgery, but it relies on reshaping the neighboring teeth. An implant stands on its own and helps preserve bone. We walk you through both so you can choose what suits you.
Temporaries aren’t as strong as your final restoration. Brush gently, slide floss out sideways rather than pulling up, and avoid sticky or chewy foods on that side. If your temporary comes loose, let us know so we can recement it.
Stick to soft foods for the first few days while you adjust to your new bridge. After that, most patients can eat normally. If your bite feels uneven or uncomfortable after a day or two, contact us for a quick adjustment.
Brush twice a day and clean under the false tooth daily with a floss threader, special floss, or a water flosser. Keeping the area clean protects the supporting teeth and gums. We show you the technique at your fitting.
Yes. Porcelain crowns are shaded to blend with your surrounding teeth. We check the shape and color before placement so your new tooth fits in with your smile, both up close and in photos.

Still Have Questions?

If you have questions specific to your situation, our team is ready to help. Reach out today and our team will answer any additional questions or concerns.

Meet the Doctors

Different Strengths, One Shared Approach

Each doctor brings a different area of focus, from prevention to complex restorations, but every visit works the same way. We explain what’s going on, walk you through your options, and let you decide what’s right for you.
  • DMD, Prosthodontist

    Dentists refer patients to Dr. Mouawia Ghiba for prosthodontic care, the specialty covering implants, dentures, and partials. He earned his DMD from Boston University in 1993, completed his prosthodontics specialty in 1996, and has held teaching appointments at Case Western University and UMDNJ.
  • Dr. Awadallah has treated patients at this address since 1982. An Ohio State University graduate, he focuses on prevention and diagnosis, catching problems in your teeth and gums while they are still small and simple to fix.
  • Dr. Ahmad Ghiba handles root canals, extractions, and restorations for patients of every age, along with esthetic and surgical care. A Detroit Mercy graduate, he plans each tooth for how it works and how it looks, and explains both before he starts.

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Crown and Bridge Technology

Restorations Crafted in a Dental Lab

Crowns and bridges begin with precise impressions of your teeth and bite. A dental lab crafts each restoration to match your shade over about two to three weeks, and we check the fit and bite before it’s cemented in place.

What Patients Say

Why Patients Recommend Us

Choosing a dentist is about more than one appointment. Our patients stay with us because they know what to expect at every visit. They find a team that takes time to listen, explains things clearly, and is there for everything from routine cleanings to more complex care. Here’s what they value most.
  • Awesome! Must go. They actually care about their patients unlike most others in the area. Dr. Mouawia Ghiba is a maestro with his work. DeAnna his assistant also performs wonders. The office staff is also great at squeezing you in upon urgency. Thank you so much Ridge Road Family Dentistry!
    Maxine Kebeiks
    4 weeks ago
  • Dr. Ghiba does beautiful work and is a kind person.
    Elizabeth Slayton
    2 months ago
  • Great service from this dentist.Top notch staff and very friendly.I recommend this dentist to anyone looking for quality work.Full upper and lowers.Amazing!!!
    Darrell Perrymond
    5 months ago
  • I love this dentist. They have treated all my teeth issues and have always been awesome!!!Dr. Mouawia Ghiba is my main dentist and he always makes me laugh. His son is awesome as well. He filled my tooth today as an emergency.I always get in there soon when I’m having a problem and I never have to wait long.You always feel welcome here because everyone is so kind. All the hygienists, receptionists, and helpers are great as well. Everyone has treated me with the utmost respect.This place is the best. I definitely recommend it for everyone who needs great service by great people.Thank you for treating me so well and taking care of my teeth. I’m glad to be your client.See you guys next time. Keep up the great work.From Candice
    Candice Parker
    5 months ago
  • Hands down the best dental practice in northeast Ohio! I used to be terrified of going to the dentist until I found Ridge Road Family Dentist! Drs Ghiba and Dr Sami truly care about their patients! They always explain in detail what the patient needs and the procedures that are necessary. Their kindness is unlike any other dental practice that I have ever been to. They treat their patients like they are their friends. The assistants are both friendly and knowledgeable. The office staff goes above and beyond to make sure that your needs are met. They are always kind and professional! I truly cannot say enough about how great this practice is!! And if you’re someone that fears going to the dentist then choose them! I promise that your fears will be eliminated before you leave their office!
    Michele Duncan
    5 months ago
  • Getting my smile back and the staff and dentist been super I mean that. Thank you. Looking for a great family dentist stop by.
    lester williams
    6 months ago

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