Restorative 5 min readJune 18, 2026

Dental Crowns & Bridges in Ottawa: Restore Your Smile with Confidence

Custom crowns and bridges from Riverside Dental Clinic in Ottawa restore damaged or missing teeth so effectively, you'll forget they're not natural.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-fabricated cap that fits over a damaged, weakened, or cosmetically imperfect tooth. Crowns are used after root canals, to protect cracked teeth, to restore severely decayed teeth, or to cover dental implants. At Riverside Dental Clinic in Ottawa, our crowns are designed to match your natural tooth colour and shape.

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth (pontic) between two crowned natural teeth or implants. Unlike dentures, bridges are permanently cemented in place — no removal needed. Ottawa patients appreciate the stability and natural feel.

The Crown and Bridge Process at Our Ottawa Clinic

Treatment typically takes two appointments. At the first, we prepare the tooth, take impressions, and place a temporary restoration. A dental lab crafts your custom permanent crown or bridge, which we place and cement at your second visit. Digital impression technology means better fit and less chair time.

How Long Do Crowns and Bridges Last?

With proper care, porcelain-fused-to-metal and all-ceramic crowns last 10 to 15 years or longer. Bridges typically last 10 to 15 years as well. Maintaining excellent oral hygiene — especially around bridge margins — and regular checkups at our Walkley Road clinic are key to longevity.

Book a Consultation in Ottawa

Whether you need to protect a damaged tooth or replace a missing one, we'll find the right solution for your smile and budget. Call Riverside Dental Clinic at (613) 706-1415 today.