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Dental Fillings, Crowns, and Bridges

A broken tooth makes it hard to chew. An ignored cavity starts to hurt. A missing tooth changes the way you smile, eat, and feel about yourself. These are everyday problems that affect your life every day.

No Judgment, Just Solutions

At Parker Family Dentistry, we help our patients address these issues without judgment. No matter how long it’s been since your last visit or how you feel about the condition of your teeth, we’re here to help, not to make you feel bad.

Our dentists take time to understand your situation and show you x-rays and photos of your teeth so you can see what’s happening with your oral health. Then they explain your options and make recommendations that are always in your best interest.

Benefits of Repairing Decayed and Missing Teeth

While fixing damaged or missing teeth can help improve your smile’s appearance, it can also change how you feel every day.

Stop Pain

Decay, cracks, and missing teeth can cause ongoing pain, sensitivity to hot and cold, or discomfort while eating. Treating the problem removes the source of pain, and many patients tell us how much better they feel afterwards.

Chew Comfortably

Damaged or missing teeth change your biting and chewing habits. Over time, this puts extra strain on other teeth and your jaw. Restoring your teeth helps you eat without pain or restriction—and protects the healthy teeth you still have.

Smile with Confidence

A repaired smile is one you don't have to hide. Whether at work, with family, or meeting someone new, feeling good about your appearance makes a real difference in how you present yourself and how you feel in those moments.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I replace my missing teeth?

At Parker Family Dentistry, we have several ways to replace missing teeth. Some are permanent, while others are removable.

Permanent Tooth Replacement Options

If you would like to replace your missing teeth permanently, we have the solutions you need. We provide both dental implants and bridges as permanent tooth replacement options.

A dental implant is the most natural tooth replacement option available, and for that reason, it’s a top choice for many dentists when making recommendations to a patient. We place the titanium dental implant into your jaw, where it fuses with your jawbone. This process, known as osseointegration, encourages healthy bone growth in the jaw. No other tooth replacement includes this benefit.

We place a bridge when a patient has some healthy, strong teeth remaining. The bridge “bridges” the gap between your healthy, natural teeth, filling the space that missing teeth have left.

Removable Tooth Replacement Options

Our Parker Family Dentistry team creates both partial and full dentures for our patients. Dentures provide the most economical choice for tooth replacement for most patients. They are also comfortable, have an attractive appearance, and patients can remove them for cleaning and while sleeping.

Tooth Replacement in Logansport

Our dentists, Dr. Esi Parker and Dr. Travis Parker, will thoroughly examine your oral health and other factors before recommending a tooth replacement in the Logansport area. To get started on the path toward a complete, healthy smile, reach out to Parker Family Dentistry today.

How long will a cap/crown last?

Caps (also known as dental crowns) can last a long time if properly cared for and maintained. However, if a patient neglects their oral hygiene, the longevity of a cap decreases dramatically. Therefore, when we place a dental crown or cap in our Logansport dental office, we will offer you advice on how to best care for your cap and keep your teeth healthy.

Tips for Getting a Longer Life Out of Your Crown

For the most part, you can care for a crown or cap the same way you care for your natural teeth. However, we do have a few tips to help you extend the lifespan of your crown.

Avoid Hard, Chewy, and Sticky Foods

Hard, chewy, and sticky foods can adhere to or fracture your crown. Once a crown has been damaged, we may need to replace it, depending on the severity of the damage. Avoiding these foods can also help protect your natural teeth, which are prone to decay when exposed to some chewy foods, like sugary caramel.

Follow a Good Oral Hygiene Routine

Your brushing and flossing routine contributes significantly to your overall oral health, and with better oral health, your dental crown will last longer. While your dental crown can’t decay, the tooth beneath it can, and if that happens, we’ll need to remove the crown to treat the issue.

It’s also possible for food debris to become trapped between your gumline and the crown. For the best chance at long-lasting dental work, develop a good oral hygiene schedule at home and visit the dentist for regular dental cleanings and exams.

Dental Crowns in Logansport

In our 46947 area dental office, we place functional, natural-looking dental implants to restore patients’ smiles. In addition, Dr. Travis Parker and Dr. Esi Parker will help you keep your dental crowns and natural teeth in good condition for as long as possible.

Will my procedure hurt?

We provide compassionate dentistry and treat patients just like our family in our Logansport dental office. We will do everything we can to make the procedures and treatments you receive in our office comfortable and pleasant for you.

Gentle Dentistry in Comfort

Our skilled dentists, Dr. Esi Parker and Dr. Travis Parker, offer gentle and experienced care to patients, and they’re always honest about your treatments. In most cases, we can make your procedures relaxing and painless by numbing the affected area.

We also offer nitrous oxide (also known as laughing gas) to patients who have dental anxiety or experience discomfort during a procedure. Nitrous oxide, a mild sedative, helps you stay calm but doesn’t put you to sleep, so you can still communicate with our team while they work.

We want to build a trusting relationship with our patients. With that in mind, we will be upfront with you about any pain or discomfort you might experience during or after a scheduled procedure, and we will advise you on how to manage that pain if you do experience it. After most dental procedures, severe or prolonged pain is not normal, and you should always check in with us if that becomes an issue.

Our goal as your family dentist is to assist patients in relieving pain with our treatments, creating a healthier, stronger bite and smile.

Enjoy Compassionate Dentistry in Logansport

If you aim to avoid dental treatments like fillings and root canals, we can help with routine cleanings and exams. With regularly scheduled check-ups, we can keep an eye on any developing dental issues to use conservative treatment methods first. If a situation advances, such as a cavity, a more complex treatment may be necessary.

Either way, our empathetic team offers compassionate care, making your visits as pain-free as possible.

Solutions for Decayed, Broken, or Missing Teeth

Tooth-Colored Fillings — Fillings repair decayed teeth using a tooth-colored composite material that blends with your natural tooth for an invisible repair.
Same-Day CEREC® Crowns — If a tooth is too damaged for a filling, a crown may be the right solution because it covers the entire tooth. Using CEREC technology, we can design, produce, and place your crown in a single visit. There are no temporaries, second appointments, or long waits for your final crown.
Gum Contouring — When we place a dental crown, sometimes it’s necessary to reshape the gumline to ensure a precise fit and a more natural look.
Solutions for Missing Teeth
Dental Bridges — A dental bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth using surrounding teeth as anchors.
Same-Day Dental Bridges — The same CEREC technology used for crowns can produce certain bridges in a single appointment.
Dental Implants — Dental implants are a long-lasting solution that replaces a missing tooth and its root. Our dentists offer implant surgery, so you can complete your care without a specialist referral in many cases.

Meet Our Doctors:

Dr. Esi Parker
General Dentist

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Esi Parker completed her undergraduate studies at Fordham University before attending graduate dental school at Midwestern University in Chicago, where she received her doctorate. She's a caring, dedicated dentist ...

Dr. Travis Parker
General Dentist

Dr. Travis Parker is a friendly and highly skilled dentist who grew up in North Dakota. He achieved his Bachelors in Biology at Dickinson State University in his home state before graduating from dental school ...

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Dental Costs and Planning

The cost of fillings, crowns, and bridges depends on the tooth involved, the materials used, and the complexity of care. We review estimates clearly and discuss insurance and payment options before treatment begins.

If CEREC same-day crowns or bridges are a possibility, we can often reduce costs by eliminating the need for third-party labs.

Schedule a Dental Appointment in Logansport, IN

You don’t have to live with pain, damaged teeth, or gaps in your smile. Call Parker Family Dentistry today at (574) 753-4542 to schedule an exam. We will explain your options honestly and help you find a solution that fits your needs and your budget.

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CEREC Same-Day Restorations

CEREC dental technology enables us to design and fabricate custom restorations in-office using advanced digital scanning and milling. Instead of traditional impressions and multiple appointments, CEREC captures precise images of your tooth and uses computer-guided design to craft restorations that fit comfortably and look natural.

We commonly use CEREC to create crowns and bridges that restore damaged or missing teeth while supporting proper bite function. Because the technology produces restorations on the same day, patients often complete treatment in a single visit, reducing the need for temporary restorations and return appointments.

CEREC crowns and bridges are made of strong, durable materials designed for everyday use. Dentists customize each restoration to match the surrounding teeth in appearance and to align with the bite. This technology helps streamline treatment while maintaining accuracy, comfort, and long-term oral health support.

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